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JEEP COMPASS (2018)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 4,425 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

84%

Total Tests (2024)

4,425

Avg Mileage

45,739 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,732

Is the 2018 JEEP COMPASS reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the JEEP brand average of 78%.

At 6 years old, 84% of JEEP COMPASSs from 2018 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 4,425 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 45,739 miles.

How does the 2018 JEEP COMPASS compare?

Rank among all 2018 cars563th out of 649(top 87%)
Rank among all JEEP models82th out of 336(top 24%)
vs national average+2% (82% avg)
vs 2018 cars average-5% (89% avg)
vs JEEP average+6% (78% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2018 JEEP COMPASS has 45,739 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a JEEP COMPASS?

The most reliable year is the 2020 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2014 model has the lowest at 79%. The 2018 sits between the two at 84%.

How much does a 2018 JEEP COMPASS cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1400cc)
£1,137
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,732
Per month£144/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

JEEP COMPASS by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202190%2,10924,233 mi
202091%3,01529,271 mi
201986%5,83537,674 mi
201884%4,42545,739 mi
201780%4159,010 mi
201479%86478,623 mi
201380%74083,447 mi

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About the 2018 JEEP COMPASS

The 2018 JEEP COMPASS is a small family car with a 1400cc petrol engine. 4,425 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 87% of 2018 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 45,739 miles at 6 years old, JEEP COMPASS owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 JEEP COMPASS Fuel Costs

The 1400cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2018 JEEP COMPASS?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,732 (£144/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 84% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

JEEP COMPASS Reliability Trend

Newer JEEP COMPASSs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 8 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2018 JEEP COMPASS

At 6 years old, the JEEP COMPASS offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. If you're flexible on year, the 2020 model has the highest pass rate at 91%.

Alternatives to the 2018 JEEP COMPASS

If reliability is your priority, there are 2 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: