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ARU 38A

2005 Dodge (usa) Ram

Blue Diesel 5882cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,926 mi
Last recorded90,926 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Dodge (usa) Ram49,558 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationARU 38A
MakeDodge (usa)
ModelRam
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,882cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 90,926 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2024 89,238 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 87,725 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 86,058 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 83,802 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 82,604 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 80,451 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 74,956 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 68,700 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 68,700 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 3 Dec 2016 64,243 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 61,287 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2015 61,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 56,461 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 51,501 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,069 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 44,288 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 36,802 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 28,715 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 28,200 miles

How Reliable is the Dodge (usa) Ram?

Based on 3,633 MOT tests across 340 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
3,109
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 66
Direction indicator incorrect colour 46
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 34
Registration plate lamp not working 29
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 27
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ARU 38A is a 2005 Dodge (usa) Ram in Blue with a 5,882cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Dodge (usa) Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 49,558 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dodge (usa) Ram fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 66 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ARU 38A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge (usa) Ram typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Dodge (usa) Ram is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ARU 38A?

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What year was ARU 38A registered?

ARU 38A is a 2005 Dodge (usa) Ram, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is ARU 38A safe to buy?

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