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2008 Chrysler-Jeep 300: common problems and what to check

What gets flagged at MOT on 2008 Chrysler-Jeep 300s, from 566 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.

566MOT tests in 2025
63%pass first time (all 2008 cars: 57%)
6,800typical miles a year
2.8×the usual rate for track rod ends

What stands out

Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2008 Chrysler-Jeep 300s than on all cars registered in 2008.

  • Track rod ends2.8× usual
    Chrysler-Jeep 300
    15.5% All 2008 cars
    5.5%

    Failed outright at MOT: 6.5%, against 2.5% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

    Rough price £50–£150 (one end, plus about £30–£50 if it needs a wheel alignment) ClickMechanic

    At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.

  • Ball joint2× usual
    Chrysler-Jeep 300
    12.7% All 2008 cars
    6.5%

    Failed outright at MOT: 6%, against 3.2% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

    Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanic

    At the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.

  • Anti-lock braking system5.8× usual
    Chrysler-Jeep 300
    5.8% All 2008 cars
    1%

    Failed outright at MOT: 5.8%, against 1% of all 2008 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.

    Rough price £100–£350 our estimate

    At the viewing: On a quiet road, brake firmly from about 30mph. The car should stop straight without pulling.

By area

The share of 2008 Chrysler-Jeep 300 MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.

  • Suspension
    51% of testsRough price £120–£400

    At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.

  • Brakes
    41% of testsRough price £150–£350

    At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.

  • Lights and electrics
    26% of testsRough price £10–£80

    At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.

  • Tyres
    26% of testsRough price £70–£150

    At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.

  • Oil and fluid leaks
    20% of testsRough price £80–£600

    At the viewing: Look under the engine and on the ground where the car is usually parked for fresh oil or fluid.

  • Wipers, windscreen and mirrors
    7% of testsRough price £15–£250

    At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.

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Other years

YearMOT testsMost flagged
2007921Suspension 49%
2006652Brakes 48%

Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2008 Chrysler-Jeep 300s registered in 2008. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score