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Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto reliable? We analysed 1,228 real MOT tests across 828 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,228 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
84.9%
Typical Mileage
39,506mi
Annual Mileage
8,138mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto.

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

83.9%
2023
84.8%
2022
88.9%
2021

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,754 mi/yr
Typical
8,138 mi/yr
Average
9,133 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,747 mi/yr

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 545 83.9% 33,711 43,428 50,663
2022 580 84.8% 23,358 35,644 45,304
2021 63 88.9% 17,726 26,345 35,630

How Long Does a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto Last?

Based on 828 Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.3 years
Median
2.0 years

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
39,506 mi
75th Percentile
48,232 mi
95th Percentile
67,572 mi
Max Recorded
121,596 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2021

88.9% MOT pass rate from 63 tests

Year to avoid
2023

83.9% MOT pass rate from 545 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.9% across 63 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 83.9% — 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 S PHEV Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto THIS CAR 84.9% 1,228 39,506 mi — 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
Proton 13 Gls 66.1% 552 78,663 mi 35 yrs

Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto?

The Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 84.9% across 1,228 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 S PHEV Auto 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 S PHEV Auto owner drives around 8,138 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.

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.

Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto reliable?
Based on 1,228 MOT tests, the Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto has a 84.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto do per year?
The typical Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto does around 8,138 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Compass S PHEV Auto is 2021 with a 88.9% pass rate across 63 tests.