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DX59 VKO

2009 Dodge Caliber

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

139,767 mi
Last recorded139,767 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2020
Typical for 2009 Dodge Caliber61,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2020 139,767 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 139,766 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sil front/rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill front/ rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 138,471 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2019 138,470 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 138,433 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Sep 2018 116,956 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 116,942 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure bolt snapped (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn tie bar (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 94,329 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 85,715 miles

brake discs worn

Fail 31 Oct 2016 85,704 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

brake discs worn

Pass 12 Nov 2015 75,762 miles

both front tyres worn low inner edges child seats fitted to rear

Fail 10 Nov 2015 75,751 miles

Centre Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

both front tyres worn low inner edges child seats fitted to rear

Pass 22 Nov 2014 66,135 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 66,135 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2013 56,816 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 15 Oct 2013 56,812 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 45,702 miles

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 VKO 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 52.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VKO, 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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DX59 VKO is a 2009 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 1 December 2009.

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