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E981 PFR

1988 Dodge Ram

Blue Petrol 5654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

78,217 mi
Last recorded78,217 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 1988 Dodge Ram53,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE981 PFR
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,654cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 78,217 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 78,137 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 78,037 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 77,879 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 77,035 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 76,413 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 75,340 miles

centre seat belt fraying, fan belts loose, exhuast bracket corroded and loose, movement in propshaft and gearbox and seal leaking, front brakes wearing low, n/s/r tyre perishing, slight movement in n/s/f wheel bearing, o/s/f tyre slight damadge

Fail 23 Sep 2009 75,340 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

centre seat belt fraying, fan belts loose, exhuast bracket corroded and loose, movement in propshaft and gearbox and seal leaking, front brakes wearing low, n/s/r tyre perishing, slight movement in n/s/f wheel bearing, o/s/f tyre slight damadge

Pass 30 Sep 2008 75,117 miles

h/brake light on,n/s front tyre wearing on outer edges.

Fail 30 Sep 2008 75,117 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

h/brake light on,n/s front tyre wearing on outer edges.

Pass 19 Sep 2007 74,687 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 74,687 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

battery tray corroded & both front shocker lower bushes sign perishing & both front drop link bushes perishing & both top wishbone inner bushes signs perishing & sligt movement in n/s/f wheel

Pass 22 Sep 2006 73,849 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 73,849 miles

Centre Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

handrake lever not returning fully and allows lamp on dash to stay on

hazzard operation poor

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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E981 PFR is a 1988 Dodge Ram in Blue with a 5,654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1988 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 53,700 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 Ram fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 466 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E981 PFR, 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 38 years old, this Dodge Ram is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E981 PFR registered?

E981 PFR is a 1988 Dodge Ram, first registered on 30 December 1988.

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