Chrysler Town&country MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 546 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.6%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Chrysler Town&country MOT Reliability Overview
The Chrysler Town&country is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 546 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.4% and a failure rate of 36.6%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Chrysler Town&country earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Chrysler Town&country presents for MOT with approximately 76,760 miles on the clock. Manufacture year matters: 2013 models achieve the highest pass rate at 77.4%, while 2008 models have the lowest at 47.7%. This 29.7 percentage point difference suggests notable variation in build quality or component durability across production years.
The most common MOT failure for the Chrysler Town&country is Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, affecting 26.7% 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 Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment at 25.3%. Brakes rounds out the top three at 24.4%. 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
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 | 55.1% | 301 |
| 2 | Brakes | 25.3% | 138 |
| 3 | Suspension | 17.6% | 96 |
| 4 | Tyres | 14.1% | 77 |
| 5 | Non-component Advisories | 5.3% | 29 |
| 6 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 5.3% | 29 |
| 7 | Steering | 4.0% | 22 |
| 8 | Visibility | 2.9% | 16 |
| 9 | Driver's View Of The Road | 2.7% | 15 |
| 10 | Registration Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 9 |
| 11 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 1.5% | 8 |
| 12 | Seat Belts And Supplementary Restraint Systems | 1.3% | 7 |
| 13 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 0.9% | 5 |
| 14 | Road Wheels | 0.7% | 4 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 76,760 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 | 7.18 | 55.1% | 301 |
| Brakes | 3.29 | 25.3% | 138 |
| Suspension | 2.29 | 17.6% | 96 |
| Tyres | 1.84 | 14.1% | 77 |
| Visibility | 0.74 | 5.6% | 31 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.69 | 5.3% | 29 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.69 | 5.3% | 29 |
| Steering | 0.52 | 4.0% | 22 |
| Registration Plates and VIN | 0.21 | 1.6% | 9 |
| Body & Structure | 0.19 | 1.5% | 8 |
| Seat Belts | 0.17 | 1.3% | 7 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.12 | 0.9% | 5 |
| Wheels | 0.10 | 0.7% | 4 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Chrysler Town&country has 76,760 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 Town&country has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 4.77% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Chrysler Town&country MOT Data
The Chrysler Town&country is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 546 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 6 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.4% and a failure rate of 36.6%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Chrysler Town&country 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 lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment 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 Town&country is likely to perform.
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — 26.7% of failures
Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment issues account for 26.7% of MOT failures on the Chrysler Town&country. 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.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 25.3% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 25.3% of MOT failures on the Chrysler Town&country. 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 — 24.4% of failures
Brakes issues account for 24.4% of MOT failures on the Chrysler Town&country. 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).
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Chrysler Town&country?
Based on 546 MOT tests in our database, the Chrysler Town&country has an overall pass rate of 63.4% (36.6% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Chrysler Town&country?
The top 3 reasons a Chrysler Town&country fails its MOT are: 1. Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (26.7%), 2. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (25.3%), 3. Brakes (24.4%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Chrysler Town&country reliable?
With a 36.6% MOT failure rate, the Town&country is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Chrysler Town&country?
Based on failure data, focus on: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (26.7%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (25.3%); Brakes (24.4%). 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.