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JD02 BUS

2002 Dodge Ram

Black Petrol 5200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

61,422 mi
Last recorded61,422 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Dodge Ram92,635 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJD02 BUS
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,200cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 61,422 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective borth dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Oct 2024 52,234 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2024 52,230 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Position lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 May 2024 50,584 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Apr 2023 49,741 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 49,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Rear reflector missing both (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 46,735 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

front anti roll bar mounting points getting corroded

poor image both headlamps

small hole rear exhaust box

Pass 23 Oct 2020 43,243 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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JD02 BUS is a 2002 Dodge Ram in Black with a 5,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2002 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 92,635 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 JD02 BUS, 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 24 years old, this Dodge Ram is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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JD02 BUS is a 2002 Dodge Ram, first registered on 31 December 2002.

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