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KS08 YYF

2008 Dodge Nitro

Black Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,785 mi
Last recorded112,785 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Dodge Nitro69,431 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 YYF
MakeDodge
ModelNitro
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Apr 2019 112,785 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

osf tyre worn low in tread

slight bind on nsf wheel

vehicle underside rusty

Pass 7 Nov 2017 112,737 miles

EML illuminated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 25 Oct 2017 112,737 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

EML illuminated

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2016 93,344 miles

tail gate warning light showing open on dash when tail gate is closed

Fail 15 Jul 2016 93,344 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing not checked

Fail 24 Feb 2016 93,276 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

engine management light shows a fault

Fail 13 Jan 2016 93,262 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding unable to turn wheel/bearing not tested (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick scoring on wear shim (3.5.1g)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Engine management lamp on indicating a fault

Low on fuel at time of test light on.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit devoid of tread on outer edge and damaged due too cut but not too cord (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt stitching slightly frayed drivers belt (5.2.2b)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 64,164 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 16 Dec 2013 64,164 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 19 Dec 2012 51,622 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 37,462 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 37,427 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

screw in n/s/r tyre

screw in o/s/f tyre

How Reliable is the Dodge Nitro?

Based on 31,689 MOT tests across 1,995 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
6,279
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,177
parking brake recording little or no effort 805
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 712
Registration plate lamp not working 709
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 607
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KS08 YYF is a 2008 Dodge Nitro in Black with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Dodge Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 69,431 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 Nitro fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KS08 YYF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge Nitro typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Dodge Nitro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KS08 YYF registered?

KS08 YYF is a 2008 Dodge Nitro, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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