Jeep Compass
From 16,350 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Compasss fare better: 2021 models pass at 88% vs 73.7% for 2013.
Pass rate by fuel type
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a suspension pin and bush or joint excessively worn. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 502 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.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 502 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 479 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 436 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 196 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 190 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 169 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 166 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 157 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 100 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 78 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 43.6% of failures are serious: 37.3% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 6.3% 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 £83.
Jeep Compass on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 575 newly registered in the past year with 375 leaving, a net gain of 200. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 14,380 | 539 | +133 | -100 | +33 |
| 2025 Q2 | 14,358 | 528 | +115 | -83 | +32 |
| 2025 Q1 | 14,399 | 455 | +172 | -158 | +14 |
| 2024 Q4 | 14,450 | 390 | +155 | -34 | +121 |
| 2024 Q3 | 14,359 | 360 | +182 | -75 | +107 |
| 2024 Q2 | 14,227 | 385 | +123 | -0 | +166 |
| 2024 Q1 | 14,044 | 402 | +532 | -55 | +477 |
| 2023 Q4 | 13,651 | 318 | +247 | -174 | +73 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Longitude M-Air Ii 4X2 | Petrol | 2,047 | 17% |
| Compass Nightegle M-Air Ii 4X2 | Petrol | 1,415 | 12% |
| Compass S Phev Auto | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 1,378 | 11% |
| Compass Limited M-Air Ii 4X2 | Petrol | 1,118 | 9% |
| Compass Trailhawk Phev Auto | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 882 | 7% |
| Compass Limited M-Air Ii Auto | Petrol | 745 | 6% |
| Compass Limited Crd | Diesel | 742 | 6% |
| Compass Longitude M-Jet Ii 4X2 | Diesel | 589 | 5% |
| Compass Altitude Mhev 4X2 Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 376 | 3% |
| Compass Limited Cvt | Petrol | 375 | 3% |
| Compass Limited Mhev 4X2 Auto | Petrol | 317 | 3% |
| Compass S Mhev 4X2 Auto | Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 310 | 3% |
| Compass Limited M-Jet Ii 4X2 | Diesel | 302 | 2% |
| Compass Limited 4X2 | Gas | 286 | 2% |
| Compass Limited Auto | Petrol | 276 | 2% |
| Compass Longitude Multijet Ii | Diesel | 250 | 2% |
| Compass Limited Multijet Ii A | Diesel | 237 | 2% |
| Compass Limited Multijet Ii | Diesel | 235 | 2% |
| Compass Nightegle M-Jet Ii 4X2 | Diesel | 231 | 2% |
| Compass Limited Phev Eawd Auto | Plug-In Hybrid Electric (Petrol) | 187 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 88% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2020 | 88.3% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 83.5% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2018 | 81.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
2 earlier years
| 2014 | 76.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2013 | 73.7% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all Compasss tested had between 23,839 and 43,635 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 32,261 median miles, the Compass has 0.051 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Jeep models
| Jeep Renegade | 79.4% |
| Jeep Grand Cherokee | 85.5% |
| Jeep Cherokee | 80.1% |
| Jeep Wrangler | 84.9% |
| Jeep Renegade Night Eagle | 90.4% |
Common questions
What is the Jeep Compass MOT pass rate?
The Jeep Compass has a 83.6% MOT pass rate based on 16,350 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Jeep Compass?
The most common MOT failure on the Jeep Compass is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 502 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
How many Jeep Compasss are on UK roads?
There are 14,380 Jeep Compasss currently licensed on UK roads, with 539 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Jeep Compass at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Jeep Compass is 32,261 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 23,839 and 43,635 miles.
Buying a used Compass?
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 83.6% pass rate and an average repair bill of £83 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.