Sports car and convertible · 2003–2009 cars
Chrysler Crossfire reliability
The Chrysler Crossfire fails 33% of first MOT tests, 16% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, based on 7,457 DVSA MOT tests from 2022 to 2024.
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- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- 33%
- first-time MOT fail rate (all cars: 28.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 16% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- 7,457
- MOT tests analysed, 2022 to 2024
- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
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- typical miles a year, from MOT readings
MOT fail rate by age
How the Chrysler Crossfire ages
Each point is the share of Chrysler Crossfires of that age that failed their MOT first time, against all cars of the same age.
| Age at MOT (years) | Chrysler Crossfire | All cars |
|---|---|---|
| 15 | 29.1% | 42.3% |
| 16 | 29.9% | 42.9% |
| 17 | 33.3% | 43.4% |
| 18 | 34.5% | 43.5% |
| 19 | 33.3% | 43.4% |
| 20 | 37.5% | 42.8% |
By year
The best and worst Chrysler Crossfire years
2005 cars come out best and 2006 cars worst, once age and mileage are taken into account.
| First registered | Tests | Fail rate | Against same-age cars | Typical mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 807 | 28.1% | 22% fewer fails | 64,286 |
| 2006 Crossfire | 1,799 | 32.6% | 15% fewer fails | 68,502 |
| 2005 Crossfire | 1,698 | 32.7% | 17% fewer fails | 76,791 |
| 2004 Crossfire | 2,597 | 34.2% | 16% fewer fails | 81,364 |
| 2003 | 463 | 38.7% | 6% fewer fails | 83,729 |
Common problems
What fails most on a Chrysler Crossfire
Failures by area, against cars of the same age and mileage.
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics16.9%8% below avg
- Suspension10.2%28% below avg
- Brakes8.4%23% below avg
- Tyres6.2%1% above avg
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors5.7%19% below avg
- Body, chassis and structure3.7%48% below avg
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks3.5%39% below avg
- Steering1.5%50% below avg
- Seat belts and airbags1.4%35% below avg
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top MOT failures
- 1
Coil spring fractured or broken 4.81% of tests
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
- 2
Headlamp beam pattern obviously incorrect 3.23% of tests
A wrongly shaped beam can dazzle other drivers and reduce your own view of the road, so the lamps need correcting.
- 3
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.25% of tests
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
- 4
Position lamp not working 2.24% of tests
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
- 5
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 1.96% of tests
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
- 6
Stop lamp not working 1.93% of tests
A failed stop lamp means drivers behind cannot see when you brake, a safety risk that must be fixed.
- 7
Direction indicator wrong colour 1.92% of tests
An indicator showing the wrong colour may confuse other drivers, so the lens or bulb should be replaced.
- 8
Tyre tread below 1.6mm 1.77% of tests
Tread below 1.6mm is illegal and reduces grip in wet conditions, so the tyre must be replaced.
Most common advisories
Not a fail yet, but worth pricing in: these show up on a Chrysler Crossfire's MOT certificate most often.
- Brake pipes corroded and greasy11.36%
- Tyre worn close to legal limit10.18%
- Engine oil leak, not excessive9.59%
- Wheel bearing slight play6.69%
- Brake disc pitted or scored6.2%
- Tyre slightly damaged or cracking6.14%
Before you buy
What to check on a used Chrysler Crossfire
- 1
Coil spring fractured or broken
A broken coil spring can leave the car sitting low or unstable, so it must be replaced before driving.
- 2
Headlamp beam pattern obviously incorrect
A wrongly shaped beam can dazzle other drivers and reduce your own view of the road, so the lamps need correcting.
- 3
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
- 4
Position lamp not working
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
- 5
Every MOT since new
Look for the faults above coming back year after year: it shows how the car has been looked after.
- 6
The mileage record
A drop between MOTs is a warning sign.
- 7
Finance, stolen and write-off
The records the MOT can't show. A Full Check (£9.99) covers all three before you hand over any money.
Fuel types tested
- Petrol99.7%
- Diesel0.2%
- LPG0.1%
Most common colours
Blue, Black, Grey, Red, Silver
Average engine size: 3.2 litres.
Compare
How the Chrysler Crossfire compares with its rivals
| Model | Fail rate | Against same-age cars |
|---|---|---|
| Ferrari California | 5.6% | 67% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Aston Martin Vanquish | 6.4% | 63% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Ferrari 488 | 3.9% | 62% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Subaru WRX | 10.8% | 53% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Maserati Granturismo | 15.4% | 38% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Chrysler Crossfire | 33% | 16% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age |
| Renault Wind | 38.9% | 24% more MOT fails than the average car its age |
Every sports car and convertible ranked in the sports car and convertible reliability index, or all Chrysler models.
Questions
Chrysler Crossfire questions, answered
Is the Chrysler Crossfire reliable?
On MOT results, the Chrysler Crossfire is better than average: it fails 33% of first MOT tests, 16% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage. It ranks 46 of 62 sports car and convertible models in our index.
What fails most on a Chrysler Crossfire MOT?
The most common MOT failures on the Chrysler Crossfire are coil spring fractured or broken (4.81% of tests), headlamp beam pattern obviously incorrect (3.23% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (2.25% of tests). By area, lights and electrics fails 16.9% of its tests.
Which Chrysler Crossfire year is the most reliable?
Among years with 1,000+ tests, 2005 cars do best (17% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age) and 2006 cars do worst (15% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age).
How do I check a Chrysler Crossfire before I buy it?
Enter its registration for a free check of its MOT history, mileage, ULEZ status and tax. Before you pay, a Full Check (£9.99) shows outstanding finance, stolen and write-off records.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test results, 2022 to 2024, class 4 vehicles aged 3 to 25, normal tests only. How we compare like with like: our methodology.
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