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LX56 VJG

2006 Dodge Caliber

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

96,442 mi
Last recorded96,442 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2006 Dodge Caliber65,485 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX56 VJG
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 96,442 miles

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2016 96,442 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 90,709 miles

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

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

brake warning light staying on amber

engine management light staying on

noth front suspension rubber boots split open

Pass 30 May 2014 85,205 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 79,484 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Feb 2012 73,891 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2012 73,889 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 68,460 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 62,732 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 62,731 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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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LX56 VJG is a 2006 Dodge Caliber in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 LX56 VJG, 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 LX56 VJG registered?

LX56 VJG is a 2006 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 22 September 2006.

Is LX56 VJG safe to buy?

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