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GD06 FDA

2006 Dodge Caliber

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

130,012 mi
Last recorded130,012 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Dodge Caliber65,485 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD06 FDA
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2017 130,012 miles

Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

engine management light is on

Pass 7 Jul 2016 112,214 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin near limit (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2016 114,188 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin near limit (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 96,527 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 3 Jun 2015 96,432 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 2 Jun 2014 82,998 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cluth pedal rubber incomplete

no oil recorded on engine dipstick prior to emmissions test

Fail 2 Jun 2014 82,998 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

cluth pedal rubber incomplete

no oil recorded on engine dipstick prior to emmissions test

Pass 28 Jun 2013 72,723 miles

Exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Jun 2013 72,723 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 24 May 2012 48,783 miles

Very slight play in nearside front lower ball joint

Pass 25 Oct 2011 47,079 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 47,079 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 42,641 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 38,872 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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GD06 FDA is a 2006 Dodge Caliber in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2006 Dodge Caliber models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 65,485 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 GD06 FDA, 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 20 years old, this Dodge Caliber is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GD06 FDA registered?

GD06 FDA is a 2006 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 27 July 2006.

Is GD06 FDA safe to buy?

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