Chrysler Common MOT Problems (2026)
Chrysler models ranked by MOT fail rate, with typical issues to check for cars of each age and type. Based on 33,031 MOT tests (DVSA data for tests carried out in 2024, retests included).
Average Chrysler MOT pass rate: 74%
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Chrysler Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021)
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Typical Issues (estimate) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chrysler Voyager | 29% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 2 | Chrysler PT Cruiser | 28% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Chrysler Delta | 28% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 4 | Chrysler Grand Voyager | 25% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Turbo issues | |
| 5 | Chrysler Ypsilon | 24% | DPF/emissions, Injector wear, Suspension wear |
Most Reliable Chrysler Models
Lowest average fail rates (models with 1,000+ tests, cars registered up to 2021). Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger.
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chrysler 300 C | 80% | |
| 2 | Chrysler 300 | 79% | |
| 3 | Chrysler Crossfire | 77% | |
| 4 | Chrysler Ypsilon | 75% | |
| 5 | Chrysler Grand Voyager | 74% |
All Chrysler Models by Fail Rate
Every Chrysler model and year with 300+ MOT tests (cars registered up to 2021), sorted by fail rate (highest first). Fuel type is shown as a guide.
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Voyager | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| PT Cruiser | 2004 | 69% | 31% | |
| PT Cruiser | 2003 | 68% | 31% | |
| PT Cruiser | 2005 | 70% | 30% | |
| PT Cruiser | 2006 | 70% | 29% | |
| 300 | 2010 | 71% | 29% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2006 | 71% | 28% | |
| Delta | 2012 | 70% | 28% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2007 | 71% | 28% | |
| Voyager | 2006 | 70% | 28% | |
| PT Cruiser | 2007 | 71% | 27% | |
| Voyager | 2008 | 71% | 27% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2005 | 73% | 26% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2010 | 73% | 26% | |
| Ypsilon | 2012 | 74% | 25% | |
| Ypsilon | 2013 | 75% | 25% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2013 | 74% | 25% | |
| Ypsilon | 2011 | 75% | 25% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2008 | 75% | 24% | |
| Ypsilon | 2014 | 77% | 23% | |
| Crossfire | 2004 | 76% | 23% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2009 | 76% | 23% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2011 | 77% | 22% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2012 | 76% | 22% | |
| Crossfire | 2005 | 78% | 21% | |
| Sebring | 2009 | 75% | 21% | |
| 300 C | 2007 | 79% | 20% | |
| 300 C | 2008 | 78% | 20% | |
| Crossfire | 2006 | 80% | 19% | |
| Crossfire | 2007 | 81% | 19% | |
| 300 C | 2006 | 81% | 18% | |
| Grand Voyager | 2014 | 82% | 17% |
Chrysler MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Chrysler cars?
The most common MOT problems on Chrysler cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake wear and tyre condition, which are the most common reasons for failure across all makes in DVSA's published MOT statistics. Older Chrysler diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. Of the Chrysler models with at least 1,000 tests, the Chrysler Voyager has the highest average fail rate at 29%.
Which Chrysler model is the most reliable?
In our data, the Chrysler 300 C has the best MOT record of the Chrysler models with at least 1,000 tests: 80% of its 2,106 MOT tests ended in a pass and 19% in a fail. Newer models tend to pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare models of a similar age.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Chrysler?
The average MOT pass rate for Chrysler is 74%, based on 33,031 MOT tests across 13 models (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That means roughly 26% of MOT tests on Chrysler cars ended in a fail.
Chrysler Model Problem Guides
Typical issues to check, rough repair costs and year-by-year MOT pass rates for each Chrysler model
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