CHRYSLER VOYAGER (1998)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 44 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
50%
Total Tests (2024)
44
Avg Mileage
75,373 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 32 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the CHRYSLER brand average of 74%.
At 26 years old, 50% of CHRYSLER VOYAGERs from 1998 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 44 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 75,373 miles.
How does the 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER has 75,373 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 192,400 miles for a 26-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a CHRYSLER VOYAGER?
The most reliable year is the 2004 model with a 73% MOT pass rate, while the 2003 model has the lowest at 52%. The 1998 sits between the two at 50%.
How much does a 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
CHRYSLER VOYAGER by Year
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About the 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER
The 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER is a performance with a 3301cc petrol engine. 44 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 1998 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 75,373 miles at 26 years old, CHRYSLER VOYAGER owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER Fuel Costs
The 3301cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 50% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
CHRYSLER VOYAGER Reliability Trend
Newer CHRYSLER VOYAGERs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER
At 26 years old, the CHRYSLER VOYAGER is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2004 model has the highest pass rate at 73%. Note: with only 44 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1998 CHRYSLER VOYAGER
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- BMW Z3 (1999) 78% pass rate (+28%) from 8,191 tests
- PORSCHE 911 (1999) 87% pass rate (+37%) from 3,668 tests
- VOLVO 900 SERIES (1997) 74% pass rate (+24%) from 2,355 tests
- JAGUAR S-TYPE (2000) 69% pass rate (+19%) from 1,383 tests