Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd?

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 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd?

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 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd?

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 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

51% 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 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd reliable?

Based on MOT data from 263 vehicles, the 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd has a first-time MOT pass rate of 71.5%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd?

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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Jeep Compass Limited Crd (2011)

263 real MOT outcomes analysed • 71.5% first-time pass rate

2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd

CarHunch analysed 263 real MOT records for the 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Jeep Compass Limited CRD is a below-average prospect: its 70.6% first-time pass rate trails the UK average of 80% by a significant margin, and half of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine safety concern for used buyers. This diesel model shows persistent mechanical issues rather than just ageing wear.

At 67,600 miles average, these Compasses are neither heavily thrashed nor cosseted—fairly typical for a 13-year-old—yet they're averaging 4.17 failures and 23.4 advisories per test, indicating structural reliability problems rather than poor maintenance. Before viewing one, request its full MOT history and have a diesel specialist inspect the engine bay closely, particularly around emissions equipment and the cooling system.

We have limited data for the 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd — 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

71.5%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

51%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.17

Over 13.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

67k

Middle half: 55k–80k

For context

These stats describe 263 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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Before you buy a 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd

Based on MOT data from 263 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 51% 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 (99%)	261	71.4%	4.17

Colour Breakdown

Based on 962 Jeep Compass Limited Crd vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 34.6%

333

White 20.7%

199

Blue 15.1%

145

Silver 10.5%

101

Grey 10.1%

Red 9%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd 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.

66,696

typical

54,777

low mileage

79,755

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd vehicles fall between 54,777 and 79,755 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 54,777 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.

✓ 54,777–79,755 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crds sit.

⚠ Over 107,669 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crd — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 51% of 2011 Jeep Compass Limited Crds are still active.

122 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 51% 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

13.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.17

Avg failures per vehicle

23.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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