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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Jeep Patriot Sport. Check any Patriot Sport by registration number below.

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61.0%

Avg Pass Rate

-14.2%

vs Jeep Avg

3

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Jeep Patriot Sport — MOT Reliability Overview

The Jeep Patriot Sport has an average MOT pass rate of 61.0%, which is 14.2 percentage points below the Jeep brand average of 75.2%. This suggests the Patriot Sport can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Jeep Patriot Sport fails its MOT are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. If you are preparing your Patriot Sport for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Jeep Patriot Sport, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Jeep Patriot Sport performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 156 vehicles

62.2%Below Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

6.5%

Retest Rate

25.0%

2008

Based on 324 vehicles

55.6%Below Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

29.1%

0

Based on 298 vehicles

65.1%Average
Jeep average: 75.2%
Mileage at 5yr

92k mi

Top MOT Failures — Jeep Patriot Sport

The most common reasons a Jeep Patriot Sport fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.4%
2

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

4.9%
3

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.7%
4

A rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

3.1%
Jeep Patriot Sport Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Rear Offside

10.9%

Front Offside

9.0%

Rear Nearside

8.3%

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Useful MOT Guides

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Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Jeep Patriot Sport

Jeep Patriot Sport — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Jeep Patriot Sport MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Jeep Patriot Sport?
The average MOT pass rate for the Jeep Patriot Sport is 61.0% compared to the Jeep average of 75.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Jeep Patriot Sport?
The most common MOT failures on the Jeep Patriot Sport are: A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.4%), A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (4.9%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (3.7%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Jeep Patriot Sport reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 61.0%, the Jeep Patriot Sport is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Jeep Patriot Sport?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Jeep Patriot Sport?
Typical mileage for the Jeep Patriot Sport: 92,332 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Patriot Sport to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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