Jeep Compass Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Jeep Compass car check
Is the Jeep Compass reliable? We analysed 52,983 real MOT tests across 9,725 vehicles to find out.
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The Jeep Compass is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Compass.
Jeep Compass Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jeep Compass. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jeep Compass MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jeep Compass to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jeep Compass Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Jeep Compass models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Jeep Compass Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jeep Compass owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jeep Compass MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Compass year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,287 | 86.9% | 19,024 | 26,654 | 36,142 |
| 2020 | 6,266 | 86.4% | 19,756 | 29,097 | 40,414 |
| 2019 | 16,182 | 83.8% | 22,708 | 33,168 | 45,918 |
| 2018 | 15,207 | 83.0% | 24,633 | 37,280 | 51,863 |
| 2017 | 169 | 80.5% | 31,434 | 47,001 | 62,984 |
| 2014 | 5,027 | 78.9% | 33,794 | 52,672 | 74,706 |
| 2013 | 4,748 | 77.8% | 36,806 | 57,221 | 80,269 |
| 2012 | 210 | 73.3% | 39,992 | 62,994 | 82,466 |
| 2011 | 137 | 65.7% | 42,339 | 55,960 | 77,418 |
| 2010 | 57 | 59.6% | 65,433 | 80,301 | 120,410 |
| 2009 | 311 | 66.6% | 46,880 | 71,388 | 97,516 |
| 2008 | 294 | 66.0% | 43,482 | 62,654 | 96,706 |
| 2007 | 258 | 71.3% | 57,657 | 86,161 | 107,633 |
How Long Does a Jeep Compass Last?
Based on 9,725 Jeep Compass vehicles on UK roads.
Jeep Compass Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Compass 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 Jeep Compass
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
86.9% MOT pass rate from 3,287 tests
59.6% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
The best year to buy a used Jeep Compass is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.9% across 3,287 tests. The 2010 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Jeep Compass Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Compass THIS CAR | 82.6% | 52,983 | 36,475 mi | 13 yrs |
| Jeep Renegade | 82.4% | 216,942 | 45,731 mi | 11 yrs |
| Jeep Cherokee | 79.5% | 73,214 | 61,010 mi | 27 yrs |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 82.8% | 71,740 | 59,138 mi | 27 yrs |
| MG Midget 1500 | 70.9% | 40,016 | 58,218 mi | 51 yrs |
Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Compass outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Jeep CompassShould you buy a used Jeep Compass?
The Jeep Compass has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.6% across 52,983 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Jeep Compass with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Jeep Compass owner drives around 6,908 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 Jeep Compass models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.