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RK08 XYL

2008 Dodge Caliber

Black Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

77,126 mi
Last recorded77,126 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Dodge Caliber59,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 XYL
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 77,126 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 61,559 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2017 61,537 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush marked (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2016 57,711 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 57,082 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 57,081 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 51,774 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2014 51,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 46,436 miles

near side rear tyre auter sligly worn

Fail 28 Mar 2013 46,436 miles

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

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

near side rear tyre auter sligly worn

Pass 28 Feb 2012 40,252 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 29,319 miles

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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RK08 XYL is a 2008 Dodge Caliber in Black with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RK08 XYL, 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 RK08 XYL registered?

RK08 XYL is a 2008 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is RK08 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 XYL shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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