Dodge Grand Caravan Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Dodge Grand Caravan reliable? We analysed 1,675 real MOT tests across 373 vehicles to find out.
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The Dodge Grand Caravan is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include position lamp(s) not working, parking brake: efficiency below requirements and fog lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dodge Grand Caravan.
Dodge Grand Caravan Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Dodge Grand Caravan. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Dodge Grand Caravan MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Dodge Grand Caravan to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Dodge Grand Caravan Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Dodge Grand Caravan fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Dodge Grand Caravan Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Dodge Grand Caravan owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Dodge Grand Caravan MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dodge Grand Caravan year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 73 | 79.5% | 34,053 | 52,448 | 95,566 |
| 2013 | 96 | 79.2% | 28,050 | 60,927 | 91,734 |
| 2012 | 61 | 73.8% | 44,414 | 85,705 | 103,647 |
| 2011 | 51 | 82.4% | 20,068 | 40,922 | 50,890 |
| 2010 | 54 | 70.4% | 67,677 | 91,705 | 155,034 |
| 2008 | 101 | 78.2% | 32,287 | 61,589 | 93,050 |
| 2007 | 65 | 76.9% | 22,429 | 38,977 | 64,092 |
| 2006 | 82 | 80.5% | 41,234 | 77,310 | 100,544 |
| 2005 | 154 | 66.9% | 53,752 | 71,603 | 93,913 |
| 2004 | 70 | 68.6% | 42,096 | 70,324 | 98,342 |
| 2003 | 154 | 67.5% | 53,802 | 72,611 | 110,462 |
| 2002 | 67 | 74.6% | 54,260 | 72,294 | 92,782 |
| 2001 | 67 | 61.2% | 83,067 | 113,456 | 138,713 |
| 2000 | 90 | 64.4% | 65,440 | 95,684 | 121,704 |
| 1996 | 118 | 63.6% | 108,644 | 138,382 | 163,108 |
How Long Does a Dodge Grand Caravan Last?
Based on 373 Dodge Grand Caravan vehicles on UK roads.
Dodge Grand Caravan Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Dodge Grand Caravan 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 Grand Caravan
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
82.4% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
61.2% MOT pass rate from 67 tests
The best year to buy a used Dodge Grand Caravan is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 82.4% across 51 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Dodge Grand Caravan Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Grand Caravan THIS CAR | 71.8% | 1,675 | 75,836 mi | 30 yrs |
| Dodge Caliber | 66.6% | 69,277 | 63,872 mi | 20 yrs |
| Dodge Nitro | 70% | 31,689 | 69,599 mi | 19 yrs |
| Dodge Ram | 80.3% | 27,651 | 82,712 mi | 41 yrs |
| Vauxhall Agila Expression Twinport | 82% | 1,598 | 59,915 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Dodge Caliber (66.6% pass rate) and the Dodge Nitro (70.0% pass rate), the Dodge Grand Caravan outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Dodge Grand Caravan has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.8% across 1,675 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Dodge Grand Caravan are position lamp(s) not working (89 recorded failures), parking brake: efficiency below requirements (41), and fog lamp not working (38). 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 Grand Caravan owner drives around 7,644 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 Grand Caravan models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.