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Common Chrysler-jeep 300 Problems, Faults, and Repair Costs

Every known Chrysler-jeep 300 MOT issue, ranked by how common it is and what it costs to fix. Based on 7,640 real MOT tests across 7 model years.

Segment: performance | Fuel: Diesel, Petrol

77%

Chrysler-jeep 300 pass rate

74%

Chrysler-jeep average

82%

National average

The Chrysler-jeep 300 has an average MOT pass rate of 77%, which is 3 points above the Chrysler-jeep average and 5 points below the national average. The CHRYSLER-JEEP 300 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 2 percentage points.

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Most Common Chrysler-jeep 300 MOT Issues

Ranked by how likely they are to affect your Chrysler-jeep 300, with typical repair costs

Brakes

High likelihood

£80 - £450

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Brake discs worn, brake pads thin, handbrake adjustment needed

Failure points:

Brake disc excessively worn, brake pipe corroded, brake efficiency below minimum

Suspension

High likelihood

£150 - £600

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Suspension arm bush worn, shock absorber misting, spring corroded

Failure points:

Coil spring broken, ball joint excessive play, shock absorber leaking

Lights

High likelihood

£15 - £200

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Headlamp aim slightly out, lens deteriorated

Failure points:

Headlamp not working, brake light not functioning, indicator failure

Tyres

High likelihood

£50 - £300

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Tyre approaching legal limit, slight damage to sidewall

Failure points:

Tyre below minimum tread depth, tyre has a cut exposing ply

Exhaust & Emissions

High likelihood

£80 - £800

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Exhaust mounting corroded, slight exhaust leak

Failure points:

Exhaust emissions exceed limits, catalytic converter efficiency low, DPF warning

Steering

High likelihood

£100 - £500

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Track rod end has slight play, steering rack boot deteriorated

Failure points:

Steering rack leaking, track rod ball joint worn beyond limits

Body & Structure

High likelihood

£200 - £1200

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Surface corrosion on subframe, slight body panel damage

Failure points:

Structural corrosion, body mounting corroded through, chassis weakness

Windscreen & Wipers

Lower likelihood

£10 - £350

Typical repair cost

Common advisories:

Minor windscreen chip, wiper blade deteriorated

Failure points:

Windscreen crack in swept area, wiper does not clear windscreen

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Chrysler-jeep 300 Reliability by Year

MOT pass rate for each model year, based on real test data

2005
81%
2006
75%
Worst year
2007
78%
2008
76%
2009
76%
2010
77%
2012
89%
Best year
YearFuelEnginePass RateFail Rate
2012Diesel3.0L89%11%
2010Diesel3.0L77%23%
2009Petrol3.0L76%22%
2008Petrol3.0L76%23%
2007Petrol3.0L78%21%
2006Diesel3.0L75%23%
2005Petrol5.7L81%19%

Most Reliable Year

2012

89% pass rate from 142 tests

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Least Reliable Year

2006

75% pass rate from 1,829 tests

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Chrysler-jeep 300 Running Costs

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Chrysler-jeep 300 FAQ

What are the most common Chrysler-jeep 300 problems?

The most common Chrysler-jeep 300 MOT problems are brakes, suspension, lights, tyres, exhaust & emissions, steering, body & structure issues. These are the areas most likely to cause advisories or failures during an MOT test, based on 7,640 real tests.

Is the Chrysler-jeep 300 reliable?

The Chrysler-jeep 300 has an average MOT pass rate of 77%, which is 5 points below the national average of 82%. This is about average reliability.

Which year Chrysler-jeep 300 is most reliable?

The 2012 Chrysler-jeep 300 is the most reliable year with a 89% MOT pass rate. Avoid the 2006 model year if reliability is your priority, as it has the lowest pass rate at 75%.

How much does it cost to fix common Chrysler-jeep 300 faults?

Repair costs vary by issue. Brake work on a Chrysler-jeep 300 typically costs £80-£450, suspension repairs cost £150-£600, and exhaust/emissions fixes cost £80-£800. Lighting and wiper fixes are usually under £200.

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