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SW59 TJZ

2008 Dodge Caliber

Red Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

125,960 mi
Last recorded125,960 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Dodge Caliber59,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 TJZ
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 9 May 2016 125,960 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 May 2015 98,790 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear brake discs some corrosion on inner faces

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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SW59 TJZ is a 2008 Dodge Caliber in Red with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SW59 TJZ, 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 SW59 TJZ registered?

SW59 TJZ is a 2008 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is SW59 TJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 TJZ shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SW59 TJZ have outstanding finance?

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