Jeep Patriot Sport Crd MOT Failures
An analysis of 8,049 real DVSA MOT tests on the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd is subframe bushes or mounts worn — this model is 9.4 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 8,049 MOT tests, 16.48% of all Jeep Patriot Sport Crd 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 abs fault (22x the fleet average), brake hoses perished or damaged (9.4x the fleet average), emissions failure (7.6x the fleet average), and electrical wiring fault (7.4x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd'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 4 categories: Suspension, Brakes, Exhaust & Emissions, Lights & Electrics. If you're inspecting a Jeep Patriot Sport Crd 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.
How failures change with mileage
The Jeep Patriot Sport Crd's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are abs fault (22x the average) and brake performance unable to be tested (22x). brake hoses perished or damaged (9.4x) and subframe bushes or mounts worn (9.4x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are electrical wiring fault (7.4x the average) and emissions failure (6.8x). subframe bushes or mounts worn (6.6x) and abs fault (6.3x) also appear frequently.
The shift from abs fault at lower mileages to electrical wiring fault at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Jeep Patriot Sport Crd
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Jeep Patriot Sport Crd:
Suspension — check for subframe bushes or mounts worn, suspension component damaged or corroded, anti-roll bar links worn. Brakes — check for abs fault, brake hoses perished or damaged, brake performance unable to be tested. Exhaust & Emissions — check for emissions failure.
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 Patriot Sport Crd MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Jeep Patriot Sport Crd?
Based on 8,049 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is subframe bushes or mounts worn — at 9x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include abs fault and brake hoses perished or damaged.
Is the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd reliable based on MOT data?
The Jeep Patriot Sport Crd has 8 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?
Above 100,000 miles, the Jeep Patriot Sport Crd most commonly fails on electrical wiring fault and emissions failure. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are .
How do I check a Jeep Patriot Sport Crd'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.