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R40 BKM

1997 Dodge Ram

Blue Petrol 5654cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,516 mi
Last recorded55,516 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Dodge Ram106,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 BKM
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,654cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2018 55,516 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 54,547 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 53,877 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 52,122 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 50,824 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 49,426 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 48,235 miles

Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 47,050 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 45,807 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 44,018 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 42,398 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 40,395 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 38,435 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 38,431 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

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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R40 BKM is a 1997 Dodge Ram in Blue with a 5,654cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R40 BKM, 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.

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What year was R40 BKM registered?

R40 BKM is a 1997 Dodge Ram, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R40 BKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 BKM shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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