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RF58 BYY

2008 Chrysler-jeep Patriot

Black Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

94,102 mi
Last recorded94,102 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Chrysler-jeep Patriot72,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF58 BYY
MakeChrysler-jeep
ModelPatriot
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 94,102 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear

Pass 21 Aug 2025 89,815 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear

Fail 14 Aug 2025 89,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern & facing to far down (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no pattern & facing to far down (4.1.2 (c))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear

Pass 23 Aug 2024 86,930 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear

Fail 1 Aug 2024 86,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear

n/s dipped beam out when main beam applied

Pass 11 Jul 2023 82,770 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all rear

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

Standard fitment seat belt missing all rear

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 78,851 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 78,836 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 76,525 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2021 76,500 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 72,448 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 67,894 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 67,873 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2018 56,417 miles

Exhaust rear heat shield insecure

Long travel and sponginess on brake pedal

Pass 26 May 2017 50,418 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 50,418 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 May 2016 44,084 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 38,540 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2015 38,540 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 28,733 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2012 21,972 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2012 21,972 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2011 15,430 miles

How Reliable is the Chrysler-jeep Patriot?

Based on 23,873 MOT tests across 1,532 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
6,831
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,532
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 1,221
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 555
position lamp(s) not working 504
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 504
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 490
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RF58 BYY is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Patriot in Black with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2008 Chrysler-jeep Patriot models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 72,852 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 Patriot fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 1,221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF58 BYY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was RF58 BYY registered?

RF58 BYY is a 2008 Chrysler-jeep Patriot, first registered on 20 December 2008.

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