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Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D reliable? We analysed 4,474 real MOT tests across 324 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 4,474 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.7%
Typical Mileage
76,436mi
Annual Mileage
7,592mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
20yrs

The Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D.

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D Number Plates

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

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

66.6%
2008
66.2%
2007
65.2%
2006

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 232
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 205
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 194
position lamp(s) not working 185
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 183
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 134
Registration plate lamp not working 122
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 94
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 92
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 92

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,810 mi/yr
Typical
7,592 mi/yr
Average
8,705 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,359 mi/yr

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2008 685 66.6% 51,401 75,914 100,598
2007 1,924 66.2% 50,286 76,230 104,942
2006 1,774 65.2% 50,682 75,557 102,134

How Long Does a Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D Last?

Based on 324 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D vehicles on UK roads.

Average
11.7 years
Median
12.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
20 years

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D Mileage Distribution

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

Median
76,436 mi
75th Percentile
104,032 mi
95th Percentile
143,724 mi
Max Recorded
573,667 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D

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

Best year
2008

66.6% MOT pass rate from 685 tests

Year to avoid
2006

65.2% MOT pass rate from 1,774 tests

The best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D is 2008, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.6% across 685 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 65.2% — 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 Sxt Sport D 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 Sxt Sport D THIS CAR 65.7% 4,474 76,436 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 D 66.9% 4,248 74,958 mi 20 yrs
Mazda CX-5 Sport D 90.4% 1,988 36,394 mi — 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 Sxt Sport D trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D?

The Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.7% across 4,474 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (232 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (205), and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (194). 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) Caliber Sxt Sport D owner drives around 7,592 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 Sxt Sport D 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.

Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D reliable?
Based on 4,474 MOT tests, the Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D has a 65.7% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D?
The most common MOT failures are track rod end ball joint has excessive play, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D do per year?
The typical Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D does around 7,592 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D last?
Most Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D models stay on UK roads for around 20 years based on our analysis of 324 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D?
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) Caliber Sxt Sport D?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D is 2008 with a 66.6% pass rate across 685 tests.