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Chrysler Crossfire ZH (2004-2008) reliability

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Chrysler Crossfire ZH built around 2005: about average at the MOT

Chrysler Crossfire ZHs built around 2005 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

24% of MOT tests on Chrysler Crossfire ZHs built around 2005 ended in a fail (retests included), against 25% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Chrysler Crossfire ZHs built around 2005 involves the brakes.

Chrysler Crossfire ZH
excellent reliability2004-2008CoupePETROL

Based on 2,443 tests of Crossfire models registered 2004-2008.

About 1 in 10 Crossfire ZH MOTs (9.8%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2005 (20 years old), all fuels combined.

Based on 830 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 7.9% and 12.0%. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.

About 1 in 20 Crossfire ZH MOTs (5.1%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2005 (20 years old).

Based on 830 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025), a small sample, so the figure is likely between 3.8% and 6.8%. Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.

ZH fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
17626.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
42523.1%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
61524.2%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
83024.5%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
39725.4%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 17 years old.

How the Crossfire ZH compares

At each age below, see how the Crossfire ZH holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 1,777 tests across 4 Chrysler models, built around 2005 (20 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateChrysler average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
17626.1%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
42523.1%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
61524.2%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
83024.5%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
39725.4%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Leaks

Worth checking

Inspect the leaks carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other coupes to compare

Other coupes, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Crossfire ZH.

  1. 1

    Porsche 911

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    12.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    5.2%
    Dangerous
    2.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    94%

    Lower fail rate: 12.6%, against 24.5% for the Chrysler Crossfire ZH, both built around 2005.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    3,063 MOT tests on cars built around 2005

  2. 2

    Nissan 350Z

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    23.3%

    No clear edge over the Chrysler Crossfire ZH on these figures.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    1,435 MOT tests on cars built around 2005

  3. 3

    Audi TT

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    29.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.5%

    No clear edge over the Chrysler Crossfire ZH on these figures.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    5,138 MOT tests on cars built around 2005

  4. 4

    Mercedes-Benz CLK

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    28.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    10.4%
    Dangerous
    7.1%

    No clear edge over the Chrysler Crossfire ZH on these figures.

    4,147 MOT tests on cars built around 2005

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Recall context

DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Chrysler Crossfire name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.

What has gone wrong on Crossfire ZH cars built around 2005

The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 90 cars.

Structural systems

Suspension
40%
Emissions
14%
Steering
3%
Bodywork
2%
Drivetrain
1%

Wear items

Lighting
58%
Tyres
54%
Brakes
29%

Rust, which the MOT calls corrosion: 20% of these cars show rust-related issues at this age.

Check the sills, subframe and brake pipes before you decide.

How Crossfire ZH cars have aged

How Crossfire ZH cars have aged

How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.

0%10%20%30%1415161718192021Age at MOTBuilt around 2007, 14 years old at the time of MOT: 23.4% (222 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2007, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 20.6% (194 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2007, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 24.0% (200 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2007, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 24.3% (185 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2007, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 22.5% (173 tests, 2025 data)2007Built around 2006, 15 years old at the time of MOT: 23.1% (511 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2006, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 24.4% (492 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2006, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 23.4% (431 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2006, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 24.9% (382 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2006, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 23.3% (352 tests, 2025 data)2006Built around 2005, 16 years old at the time of MOT: 23.4% (534 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2005, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 23.9% (493 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2005, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 23.8% (441 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2005, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 24.4% (402 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2005, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 22.6% (390 tests, 2025 data)2005Built around 2004, 17 years old at the time of MOT: 30.6% (712 tests, 2021 data)Built around 2004, 18 years old at the time of MOT: 29.2% (606 tests, 2022 data)Built around 2004, 19 years old at the time of MOT: 29.5% (533 tests, 2023 data)Built around 2004, 20 years old at the time of MOT: 26.9% (449 tests, 2024 data)Built around 2004, 21 years old at the time of MOT: 25.4% (397 tests, 2025 data)2004
First registered around 2007First registered around 2006First registered around 2005First registered around 2004
ZH variants compared
All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common issues on Chrysler Crossfires of this age

This list covers every Chrysler Crossfire built around 2005, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the ZH on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Oil leak, but not excessive

    20.0%
    Advisory: 167Fail: 1 (1% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    15.8%
    Advisory: 180Fail: 8 (4% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    15.4%
    Advisory: 170Fail: 23 (12% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    14.0%
    Advisory: 137Fail: 24 (15% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    10.6%
    Advisory: 134Fail: 2 (1% of the times it was found)

Based on 830 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2005 (20 years old), the Chrysler Crossfire ZH (2004-2008) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 830 20-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 2,443 MOT tests on Chrysler Crossfires first registered between 2004-2008. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.