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Jeep Compass reliability by build year

Coverage 2017-present1 named generationSUVDIESEL / PETROL / HYBRID ELECTRIC
At a glance

Jeep Compass built around 2018: more fails still not passed 3 days later

Jeep Compasses built around 2018 fail an MOT and still haven’t passed 3 days later more often than similar cars the same age. Look closely at the tyres on any car you view.

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Key figure

5.0% of MOT tests on Jeep Compasses built around 2018 failed and still hadn’t passed 3 days later. For similar cars the same age, it was 2.7%.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Jeep Compasses built around 2018 involves the tyres.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Jeep Compass's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Brake pads

High priority

Ask when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.

Tyres

Worth checking

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

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

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.

By build year

How build years differ

Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your Compass's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

Compass Mk2 (MP)

Mk2 (MP) (2017-present)

Too close to call between ratings
DIESELPETROLHYBRID ELECTRIC

20.1% fail rate, built around 2018 (7 years old)

Fails more often than the average car this age (about 1 in 6 MOTs, 16.6%)

From 1,710 MOT tests at this ageView details →
Pre

Older models (before 2005)

DIESELPETROL
2,753 MOT tests across all agesNo separate page

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Jeep Compass.

See every build year for the Jeep Compass

By age

Jeep Compass fail rate by age

This chart combines every Jeep Compass ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
3 yearsbuilt around 2022
1,65613.6%
4 yearsbuilt around 2021
2,12814.4%
5 yearsbuilt around 2020
2,57917.3%
6 yearsbuilt around 2019
3,56219.8%
7 yearsbuilt around 2018
1,71020.1%
10 yearsbuilt around 2015
16225.3%
11 yearsbuilt around 2014
66027.0%
12 yearsbuilt around 2013
73930.2%
13 yearsbuilt around 2012
88232.3%
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
31035.2%

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 14 years old.

Where it ranks

Where the Jeep Compass stacks up

Three ways to compare the same cars, built around 2018 (7 years old). The fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests, and 1st has the lowest fail rate. Only models with at least 500 MOT tests at this age are ranked. How we count fail rates

Against other Jeep models

2nd of 3

2nd lowest fail rate of 3 Jeep models with enough MOT tests to rank, at this age.

In the middle third

Against other SUVs

78th of 89

78th lowest fail rate of 89 SUVs with enough MOT tests to rank, at this age.

In the highest third

Against the UK average

20.1%

The share of this model's MOT tests at this age that ended in a fail.

Fails more often than the average car this age (about 1 in 6 MOTs, 16.6%)

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 7-year-old Jeep Compasses

These issues come from 7-year-old Jeep Compasses, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelEnough data

Most common advisories and fails

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

  1. 1
    Advisory

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

    23.0%
    Advisory: 558Fail: 62 (10% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    19.5%
    Advisory: 501Fail: 84 (14% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    16.0%
    Advisory: 357Fail: 28 (7% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

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

    13.5%
    Advisory: 297Fail: 4 (1% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Brake pads wearing thin

    10.6%
    Advisory: 210Fail: 23 (10% of the times it was found)

Based on 1,710 MOT tests on 7-year-old Jeep Compasses, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 7-year-old Jeep Compasses notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelEnough data
  1. Brakes + Tyres33%
  2. Suspension + Tyres33%
  3. Brakes + Suspension22%
  4. Other + Tyres17%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 683 MOT tests on Jeep Compass cars built around 2018 (7 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Jeep Compass.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

11 recalls in all

10 of the 11 Jeep Compass recalls cover cars built in these years.

  • 2 Critical
  • 8 more

Top concerns

  • The PBU (pressure valve) membrane in the high voltage battery pack may not be sealed due to incomplete ultrasonic weldin
  • Side airbag may not deploy
  • An unlatched rear seat back may have reduced luggaage retention capabilities and may have increased forward displacement

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Like-for-like

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs to compare

  1. 1

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    7.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1.3%
    Dangerous
    2.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    90.4%

    Lower fail rate: 7.6%, against 20.1% for the Jeep Compass, both built around 2018.

    1,815 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  2. 2

    Lexus NX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    9.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    1%
    Dangerous
    2.7%
    Still registered at 10 years
    88.4%

    Lower fail rate: 9.5%, against 20.1% for the Jeep Compass, both built around 2018.

    4,706 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  3. 3

    Volkswagen T-Roc

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    9.6%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    0.9%
    Dangerous
    3.9%

    Lower fail rate: 9.6%, against 20.1% for the Jeep Compass, both built around 2018.

    9,233 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

  4. 4

    Porsche Macan

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    8.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    2%
    Dangerous
    2.4%
    Still registered at 10 years
    91.6%

    Lower fail rate: 8.7%, against 20.1% for the Jeep Compass, both built around 2018.

    4,936 MOT tests on cars built around 2018

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.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Jeep Compass across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. It has the 2nd lowest fail rate of 3 Jeep models with enough MOT tests to rank, at this age. This is based on 1,710 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Jeep Compass ever sold: 14,388 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2018 (7 years old): 1,710 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.