Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD car check
Is the Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD reliable? We analysed 1,414 real MOT tests across 101 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and direction indicator incorrect colour. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD.
Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 107 | 78.5% | 30,370 | 56,296 | 86,038 |
| 2005 | 86 | 80.2% | 35,037 | 76,713 | 181,610 |
| 2004 | 284 | 77.1% | 39,666 | 69,356 | 101,765 |
| 2003 | 164 | 85.4% | 49,394 | 76,019 | 110,922 |
| 2002 | 199 | 82.9% | 71,511 | 108,250 | 134,086 |
| 2001 | 75 | 85.3% | 57,536 | 81,096 | 151,592 |
| 1999 | 101 | 85.1% | 89,250 | 98,272 | 110,190 |
| 1998 | 51 | 84.3% | 119,130 | 131,517 | 138,419 |
| 1997 | 58 | 70.7% | 122,181 | 139,773 | 150,872 |
| 1996 | 99 | 70.7% | 66,366 | 114,496 | 158,652 |
| 1995 | 59 | 74.6% | 83,474 | 93,715 | 131,861 |
How Long Does a Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD Last?
Based on 101 Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD vehicles on UK roads.
Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD 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) Ram 1500 2WD
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
85.4% MOT pass rate from 164 tests
70.7% MOT pass rate from 99 tests
The best year to buy a used Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.4% across 164 tests. The 1996 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.7% — 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) Ram 1500 2WD Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD THIS CAR | 80.3% | 1,414 | 88,357 mi | 31 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 |
| Citroen C4 Gr Stourer Feel + Bhdi Ss A | 86.8% | 551 | 28,543 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) Ram 1500 2WD outperforms both on MOT reliability.
Found a Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WDShould you buy a used Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD?
The Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.3% across 1,414 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Dodge (usa) Ram 1500 2WD are fog lamp not working (34 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (26), and direction indicator incorrect colour (21). 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) Ram 1500 2WD owner drives around 2,586 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) Ram 1500 2WD models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.