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KU08 XEM

2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

82,514 mi
Last recorded82,514 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass69,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU08 XEM
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelCompass
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 82,514 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 68,994 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jun 2018 54,361 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 52,352 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 52,351 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 46,056 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 37,648 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 27,596 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 26,934 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 26,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 24,077 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 19,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Feb 2012 19,335 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear tyre cut on outer sidewall

Pass 8 Feb 2011 14,844 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Compass?

Based on 6,206 MOT tests across 457 vehicles.

71.2%
Pass Rate
6,335
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
457
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 201
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 81
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 77
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 74
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 74
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KU08 XEM is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 69,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chrysler-jeep Compass fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 201 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU08 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chrysler-jeep Compass typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Chrysler-jeep Compass is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KU08 XEM registered?

KU08 XEM is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for KU08 XEM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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