Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOT pass rate and common problems
69.3% of 1,543 Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOT tests pass.
The Wrangler's pass rate of 69.3% is in line with the average across all Chrysler-Jeep models, at 68.9%.
The Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler passes 69.3% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 69.6% at 10–15 years versus 69.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 69.6% | 237 | 85,357 miles |
| 15+ years | 69.2% | 1,306 | 93,912 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler
The most common reason the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 95.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 95.6% | Not working |
| Brakes | 61.0% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 33.9% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Body, chassis, structure | 23.2% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Visibility | 19.2% | Not working |
| Steering | 11.8% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 11.8% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 8.6% | Inoperative or indicates a malfunction |
| Tyres | 5.3% | Seriously damaged |
| Identification of the vehicle | 3.7% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Buying a used Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler: what to check
These checks follow the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler’s own MOT record: the areas it fails on most often, and how that changes as the car gets older. None of them replaces a mechanic’s inspection, but they tell you where to look first.
By mileage, the steepest fall is from 0–30,000 mi to 30,000–60,000 mi: 86.4% down to 74.0%. Mileage matters as well as age, so compare the car’s recorded mileages with its year.
1. Lights and electrics
Recorded in 95.6% of failed Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOTs.
Walk round with the lights on: headlights (dipped and main), indicators, brake lights, fog light and number-plate lamp. Check the dashboard warning lights come on with the ignition, then go out once the engine starts.
2. Brakes
Recorded in 61.0% of failed Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOTs.
On the test drive, the car should stop straight without pulling or juddering, and the handbrake should hold it on a slope. Look through the wheels for scored or heavily lipped discs.
3. Suspension
Recorded in 33.9% of failed Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOTs.
Listen for knocks over bumps and speed humps, and check the car sits level. Push down on each corner: it should settle rather than keep bouncing.
4. Bodywork and corrosion
Recorded in 23.2% of failed Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOTs.
Look underneath and along the sills for corrosion, especially near suspension and seat-belt mountings. Uneven panel gaps or mismatched paint can indicate accident repair.
5. Windscreen and wipers
Recorded in 19.2% of failed Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOTs. 7.7% of tests at 15+ years failed on windscreen and wipers, against 3.8% at 10–15 years.
Look for windscreen chips and cracks in the driver’s line of sight, and check the wipers clear the screen and the washers work.
Check the car’s own MOT history. Averages describe the model, not the car in front of you. Look up its registration for past failures, advisories that were never fixed, and gaps or dips in the recorded mileage.
Ask for the service history. Invoices show what was done and when; a stamp alone shows less. See how to check Chrysler-Jeep service history and what a service history check can tell you.
Related Chrysler-Jeep models
- Chrysler-Jeep 300 — 72.6% pass rate
- Chrysler-Jeep Cherokee — 67.9% pass rate
- Chrysler-Jeep Grand Cherokee — 72.6% pass rate
- Chrysler-Jeep Grand Voyager — 61.4% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler?
- 69.3% of Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler MOT tests pass, based on 1,543 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler?
- The most common reason the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 95.6% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- What are the common problems with the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler?
- Going by its MOT results, the most common problem areas on the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler are lights and electrics; brakes; suspension.
- What should I check when buying a used Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler?
- Start with the areas it most often fails its MOT on: lights and electrics; brakes; suspension; bodywork and corrosion; windscreen and wipers. Then check the specific car's MOT history by registration for failures, advisories and mileage, and ask the seller for service invoices.
- Does this show the Chrysler-Jeep Wrangler's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the Chrysler-Jeep service history guide for how to check and keep one.