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R885 KPH

1998 Dodge Ram

Silver Petrol 5900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

167,339 mi
Last recorded167,339 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Dodge Ram108,680 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 KPH
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,900cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 167,339 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 166,634 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 165,749 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 165,417 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 164,712 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 164,056 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 163,272 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 162,451 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 160,722 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 157,433 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 154,418 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2014 149,965 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2013 144,239 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 139,750 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 135,107 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2010 129,109 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 124,925 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 120,961 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 114,876 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both bottom swivels worn

Pass 22 Aug 2006 110,018 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2005 103,678 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2005 103,678 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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R885 KPH is a 1998 Dodge Ram in Silver with a 5,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 108,680 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 R885 KPH, 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 28 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 R885 KPH registered?

R885 KPH is a 1998 Dodge Ram, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R885 KPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R885 KPH shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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