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SW12 RAM

2012 Dodge Ram

Black Diesel 8277cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,444 mi
Last recorded30,444 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Dodge Ram66,056 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW12 RAM
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine8,277cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 30,444 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2in the engine bay from the master cyl to the abs pump (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

steering damper has a slight weep

Pass 28 Jan 2025 27,747 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 27,435 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2024 27,395 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded to extent chunks missing of face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2023 26,709 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 24,986 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened os ns (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 24,130 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2020 24,062 miles

Headlamp aim too high will not adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements smaller but could have a std plate fitted (0.1 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre screw ()

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 22,037 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2019 21,637 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 19,690 miles

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 17,732 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 15,709 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 10,510 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 5,911 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,035 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 546 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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SW12 RAM is a 2012 Dodge Ram in Black with a 8,277cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2012 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 66,056 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 SW12 RAM, 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 14 years old, this Dodge Ram is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SW12 RAM registered?

SW12 RAM is a 2012 Dodge Ram, first registered on 18 June 2012.

Is SW12 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW12 RAM shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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