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S257 FVE

2005 Dodge Ram

Blue Diesel 5900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

175,726 mi
Last recorded175,726 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Dodge Ram63,842 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS257 FVE
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2016 175,726 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 169,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2014 166,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 161,385 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Fail 18 May 2013 161,361 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 17 May 2012 155,284 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 155,257 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 154,873 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 154,375 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 152,366 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 151,033 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 149,069 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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S257 FVE is a 2005 Dodge Ram in Blue with a 5,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 63,842 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 S257 FVE, 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 21 years old, this Dodge Ram is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S257 FVE registered?

S257 FVE is a 2005 Dodge Ram, first registered on 27 April 2005.

Is S257 FVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for S257 FVE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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