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P870 FOD

1997 Dodge Ram

Black Diesel 5900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

140,759 mi
Last recorded140,759 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Dodge Ram106,472 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP870 FOD
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 140,759 miles

Engine oil leak

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both front's faded (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Side wall deteriorated

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

Fail 26 Oct 2015 140,747 miles

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

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working none (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine oil leak

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured both front's faded (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Side wall deteriorated

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 9 Oct 2014 138,084 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 137,901 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 2 Nov 2013 130,804 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 130,563 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 129,044 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 129,025 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 128,625 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 128,605 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 122,859 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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P870 FOD is a 1997 Dodge Ram in Black with a 5,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 106,472 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 P870 FOD, 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 29 years old, this Dodge Ram is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P870 FOD registered?

P870 FOD is a 1997 Dodge Ram, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P870 FOD safe to buy?

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