Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Dodge (usa) Caliber SE reliable? We analysed 3,151 real MOT tests across 229 vehicles to find out.
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The Dodge (usa) Caliber SE is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dodge (usa) Caliber SE.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Dodge (usa) Caliber SE. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Dodge (usa) Caliber SE to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Dodge (usa) Caliber SE fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Dodge (usa) Caliber SE models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Dodge (usa) Caliber SE owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dodge (usa) Caliber SE year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 163 | 63.8% | 39,588 | 62,788 | 85,210 |
| 2008 | 534 | 64.8% | 38,592 | 56,373 | 75,756 |
| 2007 | 1,374 | 66.7% | 40,668 | 61,074 | 84,684 |
| 2006 | 1,069 | 66.5% | 38,326 | 57,962 | 82,523 |
How Long Does a Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Last?
Based on 229 Dodge (usa) Caliber SE vehicles on UK roads.
Dodge (usa) Caliber SE Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Dodge (usa) Caliber SE MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Dodge (usa) Caliber SE
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.7% MOT pass rate from 1,374 tests
63.8% MOT pass rate from 163 tests
The best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Caliber SE is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.7% across 1,374 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 63.8% — 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) Caliber SE Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge (usa) Caliber SE THIS CAR | 66.2% | 3,151 | 59,382 mi | 20 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 |
| Sachs Roadster | 82.8% | 2,442 | 11,512 mi | 25 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) Caliber SE trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Dodge (usa) Caliber SE has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.2% across 3,151 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Dodge (usa) Caliber SE are suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (154 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (133), and position lamp(s) not working (133). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Dodge (usa) Caliber SE with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Dodge (usa) Caliber SE owner drives around 6,516 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) Caliber SE models stay on UK roads for around 20 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.