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LX08 VUM

2008 Dodge Caliber

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,127 mi
Last recorded92,127 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Dodge Caliber59,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 VUM
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 92,127 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2018 77,943 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2018 77,943 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 60,586 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2016 54,477 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 47,695 miles

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 41,921 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 35,868 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 30,872 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 30,872 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 22,118 miles

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

Fail 25 Mar 2011 22,118 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

UNABLE TO FULLY CHECK FUEL LINES DUE TO COVERS FITTED.

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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LX08 VUM is a 2008 Dodge Caliber in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Dodge Caliber models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 59,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LX08 VUM, 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 18 years old, this Dodge Caliber is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX08 VUM registered?

LX08 VUM is a 2008 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is LX08 VUM safe to buy?

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