Chrysler Sebring
From 684 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play. The top issue, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, caused 46 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 46 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 21 |
| a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play | 19 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 17 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 14 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 13 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 13 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 12 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 12 |
| a brake hose ferrule excessively corroded | 12 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43.6% of failures are serious: 36.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 7.3% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £107.
Chrysler Sebring on UK roads
The fleet is shrinking: 134 scrapped or exported in the past year, a net loss of 134. At this rate, roughly 4.6 years until none remain. Now at 24.1% of its peak (2,585 in 2009 Q4).
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 286 | 337 | +0 | -30 | -30 |
| 2025 Q2 | 322 | 331 | +0 | -31 | -31 |
| 2025 Q1 | 340 | 344 | +0 | -39 | -39 |
| 2024 Q4 | 372 | 351 | +0 | -34 | -34 |
| 2024 Q3 | 414 | 343 | +0 | -30 | -30 |
| 2024 Q2 | 452 | 335 | +0 | -29 | -29 |
| 2024 Q1 | 457 | 359 | +0 | -35 | -35 |
| 2023 Q4 | 493 | 358 | +0 | -50 | -50 |
2 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sebring Limited 170 | Petrol | 93 | 64% |
| Sebring Limited 160 | Diesel | 52 | 36% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 69.3% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, warning device shows system malfunction |
| 2008 | 76.1% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension component excessively damaged or corroded |
| 2007 | 65.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sebrings tested had between 59,261 and 109,183 miles on the clock. A significant number are high-mileage vehicles.
At 89,815 median miles, the Sebring has 0.031 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Chrysler models
Common questions
What is the Chrysler Sebring MOT pass rate?
The Chrysler Sebring has a 72.4% MOT pass rate based on 684 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Chrysler Sebring?
The most common MOT failure on the Chrysler Sebring is a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, which caused 46 failures. Other common issues include a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc.
How many Chrysler Sebrings are on UK roads?
There are 286 Chrysler Sebrings currently licensed on UK roads, with 337 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Chrysler Sebring at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Chrysler Sebring is 89,815 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 59,261 and 109,183 miles.
Buying a used Sebring?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 72.4% pass rate and an average repair bill of £107 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.