2007 Chrysler Voyager — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 921 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Chrysler Voyager, the most common recorded failure areas were brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension. Its pass rate of 68.5% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 37.1% in the 150k+ group versus 28.3% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 19.5% | 180 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 18.7% | 172 |
| 3 | Suspension | 12.3% | 113 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 5.9% | 54 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.2% | 48 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.9% | 36 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 91 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 71 |
| 3 | Anti-lock braking system | 63 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 54 |
| 5 | Individual direction indicators | 45 |
| 6 | Headlamp | 42 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 37.4% | 344 |
| 2 | Suspension | 32.5% | 299 |
| 3 | Tyres | 29.3% | 270 |
| 4 | Other defects | 26.6% | 245 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 21.3% | 196 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 13.1% | 121 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 53 | 28.3% |
| 60-90k | 203 | 26.6% |
| 90-120k | 333 | 31.5% |
| 120-150k | 215 | 33.5% |
| 150k+ | 116 | 37.1% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 676 | 32.1% |
| Petrol | 245 | 29.8% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 295 | 31.9% |
| 2022 | 231 | 31.6% |
| 2023 | 181 | 30.9% |
| 2024 | 122 | 31.1% |
| 2025 | 92 | 31.5% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Voyager
Before buying a 2007 Chrysler Voyager, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Brakes accounted for 19.5% of tests for this year.
- Brakes (19.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (18.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.3% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2007 Chrysler Voyagers pass their MOT?
68.5% of the 921 2007 Chrysler Voyager MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Chrysler Voyager?
Brakes, recorded in 19.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (18.7%).
Does the 2007 Voyager get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 28.3% in the 30-60k band to 37.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 921 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.