JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 (2012)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 63 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
63
Avg Mileage
94,096 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the JEEP brand average of 78%.
At 12 years old, 67% of JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2s from 2012 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 63 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 94,096 miles.
How does the 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 has 94,096 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 88,800 miles for a 12-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 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.
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About the 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2
The 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 63 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2012 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 94,096 miles at 12 years old, JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 Fuel Costs
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2
At 12 years old, the JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2 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. Note: with only 63 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2012 JEEP COMPASS SPORT PLUS 4X2
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (+11%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2013) 72% pass rate (+5%) from 84,989 tests
- MERCEDES C (2012) 79% pass rate (+12%) from 59,235 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 59,218 tests