Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Chrysler 300?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Chrysler 300?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Chrysler 300?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2009 Chrysler 300 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

55% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2009 Chrysler 300 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles, the 2009 Chrysler 300 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2009 Chrysler 300?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2009 Chrysler 300 are: Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (108.4% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (54.6% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (54.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Chrysler 300?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Chrysler 300 (2009)

129 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.2% first-time pass rate

2009 Chrysler 300

CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2009 Chrysler 300. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2009 Chrysler 300 falls short of the UK average with a 75.2% first-time pass rate versus the national 80%, and this is genuinely concerning: 55% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above the threshold where you'd want to think twice. The diesel variant (which accounts for nearly all models here) manages only a 74% pass rate, suggesting these engines are showing their age.

At nearly 80,000 miles on average, these cars are accumulating proper mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 4.26 failures per test and a hefty 22.1 advisories—indicating widespread wear across multiple systems rather than isolated problems. Before buying, get a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on suspension, cooling, and electrical systems, and budget for near-term remedial work.

We have limited data for the 2009 Chrysler 300 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

75.2%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

55%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.26

Over 15.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

73k

Middle half: 50k–94k

For context

These stats describe 129 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 129 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 108.4%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake efficiency below requirements · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Tyre wear 54.6%

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 54.5%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2009.

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Before you buy a 2009 Chrysler 300

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 55% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (91%)	118	74%	4.48

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Chrysler 300 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

72,745

typical

49,624

low mileage

93,849

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Chrysler 300 vehicles fall between 49,624 and 93,849 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 49,624 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 49,624–93,849 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Chrysler 300s sit.

⚠ Over 126,696 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Chrysler 300 — Still on the Road

Most 2009 Chrysler 300s are still being driven.

74 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 70% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.26

Avg failures per vehicle

22.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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