Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 MOT Failures
An analysis of 1,226 real DVSA MOT tests on the Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 is subframe bushes or mounts worn — this model is 10 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 1,226 MOT tests, 16.65% of all Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 tests recorded this as a failure.
Suspension failures typically mean worn bushes, drop links, or dampers. These affect handling and tyre wear. Budget £150–£400 per corner at an independent garage for full suspension overhaul.
Other notable weak points include track rod ends worn (12x the fleet average), suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated (7.4x the fleet average), abs fault (5.3x the fleet average), and excessive fluctuation in brake effort through e... (5.3x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 3 categories: Suspension, Steering, Brakes. If you're inspecting a Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
What to check before buying a Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2:
Suspension — check for subframe bushes or mounts worn, suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated, abs fault. Steering — check for track rod ends worn.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2?
Based on 1,226 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is subframe bushes or mounts worn — at 10x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include track rod ends worn and suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated.
Is the Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 reliable based on MOT data?
The Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2 has 5 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is subframe bushes or mounts worn. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
The most common high-mileage failures include subframe bushes or mounts worn, track rod ends worn, suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated.
How do I check a Jeep Compass Sport Plus Crd 4x2's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.