JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 71 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
71
Avg Mileage
104,304 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the JEEP brand average of 78%.
At 16 years old, 68% of JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTOs from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 71 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 104,304 miles.
How does the 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO has 104,304 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO 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 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO
The 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO is a large car with a 2359cc petrol engine. 71 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 89% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 104,304 miles at 16 years old, JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO Fuel Costs
The 2359cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. 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 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO?
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 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO
At 16 years old, the JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO 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 71 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 JEEP PATRIOT LIMITED AUTO
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- AUDI A3 (2010) 77% pass rate (+9%) from 50,328 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2010) 69% pass rate (+1%) from 47,483 tests
- LAND ROVER FREELANDER (2010) 79% pass rate (+11%) from 27,204 tests
- HONDA CR-V (2007) 74% pass rate (+6%) from 26,436 tests