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Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus reliable? We analysed 2,305 real MOT tests across 148 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 2,305 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
66.8%
Typical Mileage
64,454mi
Annual Mileage
6,286mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
16yrs

The Jeep Patriot Sport Plus is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Jeep Patriot Sport Plus.

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

66.7%
2010

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 111
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 38
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 32

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Jeep Patriot Sport Plus models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,010 mi/yr
Typical
6,286 mi/yr
Average
6,921 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,139 mi/yr

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2010 2,247 66.7% 41,667 64,109 85,851

How Long Does a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Last?

Based on 148 Jeep Patriot Sport Plus vehicles on UK roads.

Average
12.5 years
Median
14.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
16 years

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Mileage Distribution

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

Median
64,454 mi
75th Percentile
85,952 mi
95th Percentile
118,110 mi
Max Recorded
168,870 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Jeep Patriot Sport Plus

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

Best year
2010

66.7% MOT pass rate from 2,247 tests

The best year to buy a used Jeep Patriot Sport Plus is 2010, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.7% across 2,247 tests.

How Does the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Jeep Patriot Sport Plus THIS CAR 66.8% 2,305 64,454 mi 16 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
Suzuki Ap 50 72.2% 1,652 7,204 mi 29 yrs

Compared to the Jeep Renegade (82.4% pass rate) and the Jeep Cherokee (79.5% pass rate), the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Jeep Patriot Sport Plus?

The Jeep Patriot Sport Plus has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.8% across 2,305 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (111 recorded failures), suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (38), and track rod end ball joint has excessive play (32). 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 Patriot Sport Plus 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 Patriot Sport Plus owner drives around 6,286 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 Patriot Sport Plus models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.

Jeep Patriot Sport Plus — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus reliable?
Based on 2,305 MOT tests, the Jeep Patriot Sport Plus has a 66.8% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus?
The most common MOT failures are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint, and track rod end ball joint has excessive play. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus do per year?
The typical Jeep Patriot Sport Plus does around 6,286 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus last?
Most Jeep Patriot Sport Plus models stay on UK roads for around 16 years based on our analysis of 148 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Jeep Patriot Sport Plus?
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 Patriot Sport Plus?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Jeep Patriot Sport Plus is 2010 with a 66.7% pass rate across 2,247 tests.