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Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel reliable? We analysed 1,474 real MOT tests across 123 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,474 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
72.8%
Typical Mileage
77,790mi
Annual Mileage
7,243mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
19yrs

The Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel.

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

71.1%
2009
74%
2008
74.6%
2007

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 48
position lamp(s) not working 32
Registration plate lamp not working 25
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 24
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 18
Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke 16
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 15
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 15
Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault 12

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,448 mi/yr
Typical
7,243 mi/yr
Average
8,670 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,125 mi/yr

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2009 589 71.1% 52,992 80,167 107,346
2008 561 74.0% 44,625 67,075 92,508
2007 268 74.6% 55,808 82,848 105,162

How Long Does a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Last?

Based on 123 Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.5 years
Median
11.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
19 years

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
77,790 mi
75th Percentile
104,445 mi
95th Percentile
148,299 mi
Max Recorded
666,825 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2007

74.6% MOT pass rate from 268 tests

Year to avoid
2009

71.1% MOT pass rate from 589 tests

The best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.6% across 268 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel THIS CAR 72.8% 1,474 77,790 mi 19 yrs
Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A 70.7% 7,306 72,902 mi 19 yrs
Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt A 68.7% 6,778 56,934 mi 20 yrs
Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D 65.7% 4,474 76,436 mi 20 yrs
Suzuki Gsx 1300 Rx 87.9% 1,112 20,893 mi 27 yrs

Compared to the Dodge (usa) Nitro Sxt Crd A (70.7% pass rate) and the Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt A (68.7% pass rate), the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel?

The Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.8% across 1,474 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (48 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (32), and registration plate lamp not working (25). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel owner drives around 7,243 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel reliable?
Based on 1,474 MOT tests, the Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel has a 72.8% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working, and registration plate lamp not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel do per year?
The typical Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel does around 7,243 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel last?
Most Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel models stay on UK roads for around 19 years based on our analysis of 123 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Avenger Sxt Diesel is 2007 with a 74.6% pass rate across 268 tests.