2014 · 10 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2014 Chrysler Ypsilon MOT pass rate and common faults

1,254 MOT tests in 2024. 64.9% passed first time, compared with 69.9% for all cars the same age.

93Below average
Passed first time64.9%
Failed or needed repairs35.1%
Typical mileage at test56,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,254 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Coil spring: fractured or broken6.0%
  2. Shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush5.7%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm2.8%
    57 marked dangerous
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases2.6%
  5. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn2.4%
  6. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play1.9%
  7. Brake discs: significantly and obviously worn1.9%
  8. Stop lamp: not working1.7%
  9. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.7%
    22 marked dangerous
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension20.3%
  2. Lights & electrics11.6%
  3. Brakes10.8%
  4. Tyres7.7%
  5. Body & chassis5.4%
  6. Emissions & leaks5.0%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.0%
  8. Steering2.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm22.3%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.9%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.4%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases8.7%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine7.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: coil spring: fractured or broken. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon?

In 2024, 64.9% of 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,254 tests. The average for all 10-year-old cars was 69.9%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon?

The most common failure reasons were coil spring: fractured or broken; shock absorbers: has an excessively worn bush; tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2014 Chrysler Ypsilon reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 93, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).