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T869 RKR

1998 Dodge Dakota

Red Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

122,695 mi
Last recorded122,695 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 1998 Dodge Dakota91,970 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT869 RKR
MakeDodge
ModelDakota
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 122,695 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

underbody surface rust

Pass 11 Apr 2022 117,131 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear light lens damaged

Pass 17 Apr 2020 111,247 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2018 102,068 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 102,037 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 101,199 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

all four tyres deteriorated and worn

exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2016 100,285 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back pipe next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front bump stop missing

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all 4 tyres wearing on inside of tread and showing signs of cracking

exhaust bracket broken, next to gearbox

exhaust clamp corroded at centre silencer

Fail 16 Jun 2016 100,285 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to back pipe next to fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front bump stop missing

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

all 4 tyres wearing on inside of tread and showing signs of cracking

exhaust bracket broken, next to gearbox

exhaust clamp corroded at centre silencer

Pass 17 Jun 2015 97,227 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 91,588 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 86,193 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 79,794 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 74,098 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 68,346 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 65,710 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 64,444 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 62,758 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 60,104 miles

How Reliable is the Dodge Dakota?

Based on 1,551 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
2,387
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 49
Brake pipe excessively corroded 46
Direction indicator incorrect colour 34
Side repeater missing 24
position lamp(s) not working 24
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T869 RKR is a 1998 Dodge Dakota in Red with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Dodge Dakota models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 91,970 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dodge Dakota fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T869 RKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge Dakota typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Dodge Dakota is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T869 RKR registered?

T869 RKR is a 1998 Dodge Dakota, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is T869 RKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T869 RKR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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