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J255 JOU

1992 Dodge Ram

Blue Lpg 5200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

144,994 mi
Last recorded144,994 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Dodge Ram112,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ255 JOU
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typeLpg
Engine5,200cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2025 144,994 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion under body

Pass 10 Jun 2024 144,994 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion on suspension components

Pass 19 May 2023 144,994 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

corrosion to all suspension conponents

Pass 12 May 2022 144,994 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all steering and suspension components corroded

Pass 31 Mar 2021 144,994 miles

lpg system removed

Fail 30 Mar 2021 144,994 miles

Fuel system component defective in the case of LPG/CNG/ LNG or hydrogen systems cylinder has hole in it (6.1.3 (f)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2019 144,994 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2019 144,994 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 144,994 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 144,994 miles

rear spring mounts slightly corroded

Pass 13 May 2015 144,994 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 144,994 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 144,994 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2013 144,994 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 144,979 miles

A little play in steering box

Number plate letters appear to be small

Slight play in upper front ball joints

Fail 24 Feb 2012 144,969 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

A little play in steering box

Anti lock warning light came on but then went off again and didn't come back on

Number plate letters appear to be small

Slight play in upper front ball joints

Pass 4 Jun 2009 144,969 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 144,969 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 May 2008 144,969 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 144,969 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2006 144,969 miles

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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J255 JOU is a 1992 Dodge Ram in Blue with a 5,200cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1992 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 112,384 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 J255 JOU, 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 34 years old, this Dodge Ram is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J255 JOU is a 1992 Dodge Ram, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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