2007 Jeep Commander Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,069 MOT tests analysed for the 2007 Jeep Commander Crd A, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 77.9% was above the average for cars of a similar age (74.7%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 26.1% in the 150k+ group versus 15.9% in the 60-90k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.5% | 144 |
| 2 | Suspension | 10.5% | 112 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.4% | 90 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.3% | 46 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.0% | 43 |
| 6 | Tyres | 3.7% | 40 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ball joint | 81 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 79 |
| 3 | Registration plate lamp(s) | 36 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 35 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 31 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 31 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 41.4% | 443 |
| 2 | Brakes | 26.6% | 284 |
| 3 | Emissions & environmental | 23.9% | 256 |
| 4 | Tyres | 16.4% | 175 |
| 5 | Other defects | 15.1% | 161 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 12.1% | 129 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 138 | 15.9% |
| 90-120k | 338 | 20.1% |
| 120-150k | 340 | 25.0% |
| 150k+ | 226 | 26.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 274 | 23.0% |
| 2022 | 244 | 22.5% |
| 2023 | 213 | 21.1% |
| 2024 | 183 | 20.2% |
| 2025 | 155 | 23.2% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Commander Crd A
Before buying a 2007 Jeep Commander Crd A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.5% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (10.5% 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.
- Brakes (8.4% 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.
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 Jeep Commander Crd As pass their MOT?
77.9% of the 1,069 2007 Jeep Commander Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 22.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Jeep Commander Crd A?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.5% of tests, followed by suspension (10.5%).
Does the 2007 Commander Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 15.9% in the 60-90k band to 26.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,069 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.