Chrysler Jeep Sebring (2008)
2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring
CarHunch analysed 112 real MOT records for the 2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2008 Chrysler-Jeep Sebring passes its first MOT only 73.2% of the time, well below the UK average of 80%, and nearly a third of these cars (31.2%) have recorded dangerous defects during their test history—a significant red flag for safety-conscious buyers. This is a vehicle that demands extra scrutiny before purchase.
At around 69,000 miles on average, these Sebrings are running fairly typical mileage for their age, but they're accumulating problems: expect an average of 3.7 failures and 20 advisories per test cycle, suggesting systemic wear issues rather than isolated faults. Have a pre-purchase inspection done by a specialist familiar with American imports, and budget for remedial work before signing the paperwork.
What to check before buying a 2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 31.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (67%) | 75 | 72.1% | 3.65 |
| Petrol (33%) | 37 | 75.4% | 3.78 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring vehicles fall between 57,406 and 85,618 miles.
2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 17 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (17% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2008 Chrysler Jeep Sebring
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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56%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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53.6%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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52.6%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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50.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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50.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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49.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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44.3%
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel
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37.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008. Counts include advisories and failures.
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