At a Glance
The Chrysler Voyager has 7 identified common problems across 3 generations, with the Mk4 (2001-2007) being the most affected generation and brakes the most common problem category. Based on 184K MOT tests from DVSA data.
Problems are patterns in the DVSA data that occur significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average — confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read our DVSA MOT data methodology →
Below: generation-by-generation comparison of Chrysler Voyager common problems, MOT failure types, and pass-rate data drawn from DVSA records. Click any generation to see fuel- and engine-specific fault patterns, mileage-banded repair guidance, and the most common MOT failures testers record.
MOT Tests & Failures by Generation
Chrysler Voyager generations by MOT tests, failures, and identified problems from DVSA data
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Most Common Chrysler Voyager MOT Failures
Every reason Chrysler Voyager vehicles fail their MOT, ranked by frequency. Select an individual year to see only that year’s failures, or stay on ‘All time’ for the combined picture across our 20 years of DVSA data. Scroll inside the table for the full list.
| # | Failure | % of failures |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brake performance below minimum | 8.07% |
| 2 | Wiper blades deteriorated | 6.77% |
| 3 | Number plate lamp not working | 6.67% |
| 4 | Stop lamp not working | 6.46% |
| 5 | Suspension joint or bush worn | 6.46% |
| 6 | Tyre tread depth below limit | 5.83% |
| 7 | Front lamp not working | 5.53% |
| 8 | Headlamp aim defect | 5.22% |
| 9 | Brake hydraulic component worn | 4.87% |
| 10 | Track rod end worn | 3.71% |
| 11 | Tyre condition | 3.39% |
| 12 | Brake pads or linings worn | 3.19% |
| 13 | Brake disc or drum worn | 2.53% |
| 14 | Exhaust system fault | 2.52% |
| 15 | Parking brake performance below minimum | 1.69% |
| 16 | Windscreen washer not working | 1.63% |
| 17 | Catalytic converter efficiency low | 1.59% |
| 18 | Parking brake condition | 1.58% |
| 19 | Indicator fault | 1.27% |
| 20 | Horn not working | 1.15% |
| 21 | Front suspension fault | 1.14% |
| 22 | ABS fault | 1.12% |
| 23 | Driveshaft fault | 0.98% |
| 24 | Position lamp not working | 0.90% |
| 25 | Rear lamp not working | 0.82% |
| 26 | Shock absorber worn or leaking | 0.81% |
| 27 | Mirror damaged or missing | 0.78% |
| 28 | Battery loose or leaking | 0.77% |
| 29 | Suspension linkage fault | 0.74% |
| 30 | Headlamp fault | 0.70% |
| 31 | Airbag warning light on | 0.69% |
| 32 | Steering rack fault | 0.68% |
| 33 | Suspension mounting corroded | 0.63% |
| 34 | Body corrosion or damage | 0.54% |
| 35 | Spring mounting corroded | 0.52% |
| 36 | Windscreen damage affecting view | 0.50% |
| 37 | Fog lamp not working | 0.48% |
| 38 | Rigid brake pipe corroded or damaged | 0.41% |
| 39 | Ball joint dust cover split | 0.38% |
| 40 | Seat belt condition | 0.37% |
| 41 | Front suspension joint worn | 0.33% |
| 42 | Chassis condition | 0.26% |
| 43 | Tyre size or type not matched | 0.22% |
| 44 | Steering arm worn | 0.22% |
| 45 | Brake pedal movement restricted | 0.21% |
| 46 | Spark ignition emissions above threshold | 0.21% |
| 47 | Dashboard warning lamp fault | 0.20% |
| 48 | Steering free play excessive | 0.19% |
| 49 | Brake fluid leak | 0.18% |
| 50 | Vehicle structure corrosion | 0.17% |
| 51 | Fuel cap damaged or missing | 0.17% |
| 52 | Compression ignition emissions above threshold | 0.16% |
| 53 | MacPherson strut worn | 0.16% |
| 54 | Brake pedal fault | 0.16% |
| 55 | Rear suspension fault | 0.15% |
| 56 | Electrical switch fault | 0.15% |
| 57 | Brake lever fault | 0.15% |
| 58 | Wheel bearing worn | 0.14% |
| 59 | Power steering pipe or hose leaking | 0.13% |
| 60 | Drag link end worn | 0.12% |
| 61 | Flexible brake hose damaged | 0.11% |
| 62 | Leaf spring broken or corroded | 0.10% |
| 63 | Rear fog lamp not working | 0.08% |
| 64 | Spare wheel fault | 0.08% |
| 65 | Steering operation fault | 0.08% |
| 66 | Anti-roll bar worn or corroded | 0.08% |
| 67 | Brake caliper fault | 0.08% |
| 68 | Engine oil leak | 0.08% |
| 69 | Handbrake cable fault | 0.08% |
| 70 | Subframe mounting corroded | 0.06% |
| 71 | Brake fluid level low or contaminated | 0.06% |
| 72 | Coil spring broken or corroded | 0.06% |
| 73 | Electrical wiring fault | 0.06% |
| 74 | Driver airbag fault | 0.06% |
| 75 | Tyre valve stem damaged | 0.06% |
| 76 | Power steering pump fault | 0.06% |
| 77 | Engine mounting worn or broken | 0.05% |
| 78 | Brake fluid warning light on | 0.05% |
| 79 | Power steering ram fault | 0.05% |
| 80 | Handbrake lever fault | 0.04% |
| 81 | Bonnet catch or hinge fault | 0.04% |
| 82 | Tie bar or rod worn or corroded | 0.04% |
| 83 | Rear reflector damaged or missing | 0.04% |
| 84 | Fuel tank corroded or leaking | 0.04% |
| 85 | Body security fault | 0.04% |
| 86 | Electronic stability control fault | 0.04% |
| 87 | Steering lock fault | 0.04% |
| 88 | Fuel pipe corroded or damaged | 0.03% |
| 89 | Towbar fault | 0.03% |
| 90 | Brake cable, rod, lever or linkage fault | 0.03% |
| 91 | Bonded suspension condition | 0.02% |
| 92 | Subframe corrosion or damage | 0.02% |
| 93 | Bumper damaged or insecure | 0.02% |
| 94 | Fuel hose damaged or leaking | 0.02% |
| 95 | Brake air or vacuum system fault | 0.02% |
| 96 | Steering column fault | 0.02% |
| 97 | Headlamp levelling device fault | 0.02% |
| 98 | Passenger seat fault | 0.02% |
| 99 | Suspension arm worn or corroded | 0.02% |
| 100 | Tyre pressure monitoring system fault | 0.01% |
| 101 | Undertray damaged or missing | 0.01% |
| 102 | Rear fog lamp warning light fault | 0.01% |
| 103 | Driver door fault | 0.01% |
| 104 | Exhaust emissions above threshold (non-catalyst) | 0.01% |
| 105 | Brake wheel cylinder fault | 0.01% |
| 106 | Steering drive system fault | 0.01% |
| 107 | Steering shaft fault | 0.01% |
| 108 | Suspension unit fault | 0.01% |
| 109 | Brake relay lever fault | <0.01% |
| 110 | Leaf spring eye worn or broken | <0.01% |
| 111 | Front passenger door fault | <0.01% |
| 112 | Speedometer fault | <0.01% |
| 113 | Axle beam corroded or cracked | <0.01% |
| 114 | Passenger airbag fault | <0.01% |
| 115 | Propshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 116 | Steering wheel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 117 | Exhaust leak | <0.01% |
| 118 | Driver seat fault | <0.01% |
| 119 | Main beam warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 120 | Mirror or camera fault | <0.01% |
| 121 | Steering box fault | <0.01% |
| 122 | Brake fluid reservoir fault | <0.01% |
| 123 | CV joint worn | <0.01% |
| 124 | Electronic braking system fault | <0.01% |
| 125 | Axle corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 126 | Electronic parking brake fault | <0.01% |
| 127 | Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded | <0.01% |
| 128 | Transmission oil leak | <0.01% |
| 129 | Hydraulic fluid leak | <0.01% |
| 130 | Indicator warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 131 | Suspension retaining or locking device fault | <0.01% |
| 132 | Additional braking device fault | <0.01% |
| 133 | Brake pressure or vacuum buildup insufficient | <0.01% |
| 134 | Hydraulic brake cylinder fault | <0.01% |
| 135 | Steering coupling worn | <0.01% |
| 136 | Anchor bracket corroded | <0.01% |
| 137 | Boot lid damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 138 | Brake servo fault | <0.01% |
| 139 | Halfshaft fault | <0.01% |
| 140 | Panhard rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 141 | Tailgate damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 142 | Window damaged or won't operate | <0.01% |
| 143 | Brake back plate corroded or damaged | <0.01% |
| 144 | Full power hydraulic brake fault | <0.01% |
| 145 | Body strengthening plate corroded | <0.01% |
| 146 | Brake clevis joint worn | <0.01% |
| 147 | Steering lock stop fault | <0.01% |
| 148 | Brake valve fault | <0.01% |
| 149 | Front fog lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 150 | Hazard warning light fault | <0.01% |
| 151 | Seat belt anchorage fault | <0.01% |
| 152 | Semaphore indicator fault | <0.01% |
| 153 | Steering intermediate drop arm worn | <0.01% |
| 154 | Step damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 155 | Stub axle worn | <0.01% |
| 156 | Torque or reaction arm worn | <0.01% |
| 157 | Exhaust heat shield or sound insulation damaged | <0.01% |
| 158 | Handbrake mechanism or mounting fault | <0.01% |
| 159 | Suspension linkage attachment bracket or mounting corroded | <0.01% |
| 160 | Access panel damaged or insecure | <0.01% |
| 161 | Brake stationary pin worn | <0.01% |
| 162 | Electric power steering fault | <0.01% |
| 163 | Outline marker lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 164 | Reversing lamp not working | <0.01% |
| 165 | Seat belt or padding damaged | <0.01% |
| 166 | Securing bolts missing or insecure | <0.01% |
| 167 | Spring saddle corroded | <0.01% |
| 168 | Suspension air bellows damaged | <0.01% |
| 169 | Suspension rod worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 170 | Torsion bar worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 171 | Trailing arm worn or corroded | <0.01% |
| 172 | Vehicle floor corroded | <0.01% |
| 173 | Wheel hub fault | <0.01% |
Showing all 173 reasons — scroll inside the table for the full list.
Chrysler Voyager MOT Failures by Category
Total MOT failure occurrences for the Chrysler Voyager, grouped by category. Same data as the failures table above — just sliced by category instead of fault title. Hover a slice for the top failures in each category.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common Chrysler Voyager problems?
Based on analysis of 184K Chrysler Voyager MOT tests from DVSA data, we have 7 identified common problems across 3 generations. The most frequently flagged issue is "Brake performance below minimum". Brakes is the most common problem category.
Which Chrysler Voyager generation has the most problems?
The Chrysler Voyager Mk4 (2001-2007) (2001–2007) has the highest number of identified common problems (10). Click the generation card above for the full breakdown.
How is this data calculated?
We analyse anonymised DVSA MOT test records under the Open Government Licence. An issue is classified as a "Common Problem" when it occurs significantly more often on a specific model than the UK average, confirmed at 99% statistical confidence. Read the full methodology page for details.
Can I report a problem with my Chrysler Voyager?
Yes — use the "Tell Us About Your Problem" form on this page. Your report helps other Chrysler Voyager owners spot problems early. All submissions are reviewed before being added to the public database.
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