Jeep Compass Limited Crd Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Jeep Compass Limited Crd reliable? We analysed 12,644 real MOT tests across 928 vehicles to find out.
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The Jeep Compass Limited Crd is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Compass Limited Crd.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Jeep Compass Limited Crd. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Jeep Compass Limited Crd to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Jeep Compass Limited Crd fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Jeep Compass Limited Crd models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Jeep Compass Limited Crd owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Compass Limited Crd year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,491 | 77.1% | 41,428 | 62,041 | 81,024 |
| 2012 | 3,807 | 76.8% | 41,142 | 61,645 | 82,395 |
| 2011 | 3,646 | 69.8% | 45,034 | 66,624 | 88,289 |
| 2009 | 166 | 60.8% | 48,049 | 69,739 | 94,139 |
| 2008 | 1,469 | 67.7% | 50,095 | 77,266 | 103,623 |
| 2007 | 1,718 | 65.5% | 53,700 | 78,306 | 107,845 |
How Long Does a Jeep Compass Limited Crd Last?
Based on 928 Jeep Compass Limited Crd vehicles on UK roads.
Jeep Compass Limited Crd Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Compass Limited Crd 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 Limited Crd
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
77.1% MOT pass rate from 1,491 tests
60.8% MOT pass rate from 166 tests
The best year to buy a used Jeep Compass Limited Crd is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.1% across 1,491 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.8% — 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 Limited Crd Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Compass Limited Crd THIS CAR | 72.0% | 12,644 | 67,238 mi | 19 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 |
| Ldv 400 Series D 3.5T | 62.4% | 14,848 | 89,547 mi | 32 yrs |
Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Compass Limited Crd trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Jeep Compass Limited Crd has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.0% across 12,644 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Jeep Compass Limited Crd are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (303 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (170), and suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (160). 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.
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 Limited Crd 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 Limited Crd owner drives around 6,484 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 Limited Crd models stay on UK roads for around 19 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.