Chrysler-jeep Commander Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Chrysler-jeep Commander reliable? We analysed 10,052 real MOT tests across 653 vehicles to find out.
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The Chrysler-jeep Commander is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Chrysler-jeep Commander.
Chrysler-jeep Commander Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Chrysler-jeep Commander. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Chrysler-jeep Commander MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Chrysler-jeep Commander to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Chrysler-jeep Commander Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Chrysler-jeep Commander fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Chrysler-jeep Commander Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Chrysler-jeep Commander owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Chrysler-jeep Commander MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Chrysler-jeep Commander year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 803 | 77.1% | 54,402 | 88,768 | 113,454 |
| 2008 | 170 | 80.0% | 43,412 | 63,813 | 109,134 |
| 2007 | 4,749 | 76.1% | 53,050 | 81,094 | 113,602 |
| 2006 | 4,242 | 76.1% | 54,665 | 85,488 | 117,940 |
How Long Does a Chrysler-jeep Commander Last?
Based on 653 Chrysler-jeep Commander vehicles on UK roads.
Chrysler-jeep Commander Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Chrysler-jeep Commander MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Chrysler-jeep Commander
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
80.0% MOT pass rate from 170 tests
76.1% MOT pass rate from 4,242 tests
The best year to buy a used Chrysler-jeep Commander is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 80.0% across 170 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Chrysler-jeep Commander Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler-jeep Commander THIS CAR | 76.2% | 10,052 | 83,314 mi | 20 yrs |
| Chrysler-jeep Cherokee | 71.9% | 168,149 | 87,816 mi | 32 yrs |
| Chrysler-jeep Grand Cherokee | 71.8% | 131,180 | 89,852 mi | 30 yrs |
| Chrysler-jeep 300 | 71.4% | 115,793 | 76,974 mi | 21 yrs |
| Honda Anf 125-5 | 82.4% | 4,029 | 18,471 mi | 21 yrs |
Compared to the Chrysler-jeep Cherokee (71.9% pass rate) and the Chrysler-jeep Grand Cherokee (71.8% pass rate), the Chrysler-jeep Commander outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Chrysler-jeep Commander has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.2% across 10,052 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Chrysler-jeep Commander are position lamp(s) not working (225 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (141), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (131). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Chrysler-jeep Commander owner drives around 6,602 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Chrysler-jeep Commander models stay on UK roads for around 20 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.