Chrysler Sebring Limited MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 3,208 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 38.9%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Chrysler Sebring Limited MOT Reliability Overview
The Chrysler Sebring Limited is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,208 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.1% and a failure rate of 38.9%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Chrysler Sebring Limited earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Chrysler Sebring Limited presents for MOT with approximately 67,658 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2009 models achieve the highest pass rate at 62.6%, while 2007 models have the lowest at 58.9%. This 3.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Chrysler Sebring Limited is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, affecting 31.8% of all tests. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. The second most common issue is Brakes at 30.7%. Tyres rounds out the top three at 24.8%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
Best Year to Buy
📈 How Each Vintage Ages
Tracking how each manufacture year's MOT pass rate changes as the car ages. Showing 2 vintages — click year chips to highlight.
Multi-line chart showing how different Chrysler Sebring Limited vintages degrade over time, from age 3 to 20 years.
Only vintages with 100+ tests in at least 3 different test years are shown. Fleet average is the UK-wide pass rate for all cars at each age.
📉 How Age Affects Reliability
MOT failure rate by vehicle age for the Chrysler Sebring Limited. The dashed red line marks when the manufacturer warranty typically expires (3 years).
Line chart showing MOT failure rate by vehicle age from 3 to 9 years, with warranty expiry marked at 3 years.
💡 What does the warranty cliff mean?
The Chrysler Sebring Limited ages relatively gracefully. The failure rate increase of 19% after warranty is below average, suggesting good long-term reliability. Peak failure occurs at age 9 (50.8% fail rate).
Note: pass rates may improve for very old vehicles due to survivorship bias — only well-maintained cars remain on the road.
Pass Rate by Manufacture Year
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 34.2% | 1,097 |
| 2 | Brakes | 33.1% | 1,063 |
| 3 | Tyres | 28.3% | 909 |
| 4 | Suspension | 18.8% | 604 |
| 5 | Steering | 8.9% | 285 |
| 6 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 7.9% | 255 |
| 7 | Driver's View Of The Road | 6.8% | 217 |
| 8 | Non-component Advisories | 2.0% | 65 |
| 9 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.5% | 49 |
| 10 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.3% | 42 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 0.6% | 19 |
| 12 | Road Wheels | 0.6% | 18 |
| 13 | Items Not Tested | 0.3% | 11 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 67,658 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 5.05 | 34.2% | 1,097 |
| Brakes | 4.90 | 33.1% | 1,063 |
| Tyres | 4.19 | 28.3% | 909 |
| Suspension | 2.78 | 18.8% | 604 |
| Steering | 1.31 | 8.9% | 285 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 1.17 | 7.9% | 255 |
| Visibility | 1.00 | 6.8% | 217 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.30 | 2.0% | 65 |
| Seat Belts | 0.23 | 1.5% | 49 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.19 | 1.3% | 42 |
| Body & Structure | 0.09 | 0.6% | 19 |
| Wheels | 0.08 | 0.6% | 18 |
| Items Not Tested | 0.05 | 0.3% | 11 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Chrysler Sebring Limited has 67,658 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Chrysler Sebring Limited has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 5.75% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is worse than average.
About Chrysler Sebring Limited MOT Data
The Chrysler Sebring Limited is a niche vehicle in the UK, with 3,208 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 3 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.1% and a failure rate of 38.9%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Chrysler Sebring Limited owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment and brakes for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Sebring Limited is likely to perform.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 31.8% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 31.8% of MOT failures on the Chrysler Sebring Limited. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Brakes — 30.7% of failures
Brakes issues account for 30.7% of MOT failures on the Chrysler Sebring Limited. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).
Tyres — 24.8% of failures
Tyres issues account for 24.8% of MOT failures on the Chrysler Sebring Limited. Tyre failures include tread depth below the legal minimum of 1.6mm, cuts, bulges, exposed cords, and incorrect tyre pressure. Tyres are one of the most common and easiest-to-prevent MOT failures. Typical repair costs: £50–200 per tyre. Pre-MOT check: Check tread depth with a 20p coin — if the outer band is visible, the tyre is too worn. Look for bulges, cuts, or embedded objects. Ensure all tyres match the recommended size and load rating.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Sebring Limited?
Based on 3,208 MOT tests in our database, the Chrysler Sebring Limited has an overall pass rate of 61.1% (38.9% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Chrysler Sebring Limited?
The top 3 reasons a Chrysler Sebring Limited fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (31.8%), 2. Brakes (30.7%), 3. Tyres (24.8%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Chrysler Sebring Limited reliable?
With a 38.9% MOT failure rate, the Sebring Limited is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Chrysler Sebring Limited?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (31.8%); Brakes (30.7%); Tyres (24.8%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.