2011 Jeep Compass Limited CVT 2.4L Petrol · R60 PMR

The vehicle presents a severe case of structural degradation that has reached a critical point. In the most recent test on 8 June 2026 at 67,605 miles, the car failed with multiple major structural defects, including a fractured and seriously weakened rear sub-frame. This follows a long-term trend of escalating corrosion noted back to 2022, where the front sub-frame was already identified as fractured. The integrity of the rear suspension arms and Macpherson struts has also been compromised by serious weakening, indicating that the vehicle has suffered from significant underbody rust despite low annual mileage. At 67,605 miles, the Jeep has covered relatively low distances for its age, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. However, this low usage has not prevented significant environmental damage. The record shows that between 2019 and 2025, the tester consistently flagged corrosion across the subframes, suspension arms, and brake hoses. The transition from "not seriously weakened" in 2025 to "seriously weakened" and "fractured" in 2026 suggests a rapid progression of rust without adequate intervention. Mechanical maintenance also reveals patterns of neglect. The brake system has been flagged repeatedly for corroded hose ferrules, pitted discs, and binding calipers, culminating in a failure for insufficient brake travel in 2026. The presence of corroded fuel pipes and an inoperative headlamp leveling device further indicates that basic preventative maintenance was overlooked until testing failed. Given the structural failures in the subframe and suspension components, the vehicle represents a significant safety risk and would likely require extensive repairs to return to a roadworthy standard.