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DX59 VKG

2009 Dodge Caliber

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,696 mi
Last recorded58,696 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Dodge Caliber61,078 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX59 VKG
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 58,696 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre is wearing unevenly at the inner side of the central band

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear wheel bearings sound slightly rough in operation.

Fail 19 Jul 2025 58,694 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill along its length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill along its length (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill along its length (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill along its length (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front tyre is wearing unevenly at the inner side of the central band

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear wheel bearings sound slightly rough in operation.

Pass 17 Jul 2024 54,025 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2024 54,025 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 47,817 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 47,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 41,360 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Jun 2022 41,354 miles

Nearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2021 39,542 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 38,564 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 37,496 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 36,133 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 33,687 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front tyres worn to 0mm on inner edges

both rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 28 Oct 2015 32,894 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 30,750 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 28,420 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 25,406 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)

How Reliable is the Dodge Caliber?

Based on 69,277 MOT tests across 4,774 vehicles.

66.6%
Pass Rate
6,551
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
4,774
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 3,411
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 2,848
position lamp(s) not working 2,392
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,311
Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 2,006
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DX59 VKG is a 2009 Dodge Caliber in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2009 Dodge Caliber models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 61,078 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dodge Caliber fails its MOT is suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint, accounting for 3,411 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX59 VKG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge Caliber typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 17 years old, this Dodge Caliber is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX59 VKG registered?

DX59 VKG is a 2009 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is DX59 VKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX59 VKG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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