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KV08 TXJ

2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

139,032 mi
Last recorded139,032 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass69,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 TXJ
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelCompass
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2016 139,032 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Driveshaft/differential sill weaping

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (Borderline pass) (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt mechanism worn causing belt not to lock under forward motion

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Differential bushes worn

Fail 19 Feb 2016 139,032 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Driveshaft/differential sill weaping

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (Borderline pass) (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt mechanism worn causing belt not to lock under forward motion

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Differential bushes worn

Pass 13 Feb 2015 114,422 miles

front inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Fail 13 Feb 2015 114,422 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

front inner brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Pass 1 Feb 2014 88,587 miles

offside front tyre has a stepped tread but is heavily worn on it's inner tread area

slight brake binding on both rear roadwheels. I am also unable to clearly see the rear inner brake pads but they do appear low

Pass 22 Feb 2013 78,313 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs slighty corroded and the nearside front discs has some marks

Fail 14 Feb 2013 78,179 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all brake discs slighty corroded and the nearside front discs has some marks

Pass 22 Feb 2012 67,224 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 49,497 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 49,497 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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KV08 TXJ is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KV08 TXJ, 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.

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What year was KV08 TXJ registered?

KV08 TXJ is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Compass, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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