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A789 OEL

1984 Dodge Ram

Silver Petrol 5200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,459 mi
Last recorded12,459 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 1984 Dodge Ram50,548 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA789 OEL
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,200cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 12,459 miles

oil leaks

play in steering

underside rusty

wishbone bushes worn

Pass 1 Mar 2025 11,735 miles

oil leaks

play in steering

underside rusty

wishbone bushes perished

Pass 21 Oct 2023 11,250 miles

oil leaks

play in steering

power steering weeps

underside rusty

wishbone bushes perished

Fail 14 Oct 2023 11,245 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Speedometer cannot be illuminated (7.8 (c) (ii))

oil leaks

play in steering

power steering weeps

underside rusty

wishbone bushes perished

Pass 19 Apr 2021 10,392 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2021 10,387 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 8,412 miles

Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))

Lower Electrical wiring inadequately secured under van (4.11 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 8,412 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers likely to become detached washer missing (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured under bonnet (4.11 (a) (i))

Lower Electrical wiring inadequately secured under van (4.11 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 4,689 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 1,857 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 98,371 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 95,238 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 92,406 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 89,130 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 85,037 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 79,040 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 75,909 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 71,868 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 54,795 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 53,744 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 53,440 miles

How Reliable is the Dodge Ram?

Based on 27,651 MOT tests across 2,744 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
2,721
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
2,744
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 466
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 377
position lamp(s) not working 355
Direction indicator incorrect colour 321
position lamp(s) incorrect colour 271
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A789 OEL is a 1984 Dodge Ram in Silver with a 5,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 50,548 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dodge Ram fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A789 OEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge Ram typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 42 years old, this Dodge Ram is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A789 OEL registered?

A789 OEL is a 1984 Dodge Ram, first registered on 31 December 1984.

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