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TC56 XDC

2008 Dodge Caliber

Blue Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

31,243 mi
Last recorded31,243 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Dodge Caliber59,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTC56 XDC
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 31,243 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 30,562 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 30,562 miles

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 28,767 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 27,694 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both rear light lenses full of water

nearside rear tyre outer wall perishing

Fail 9 Jan 2021 27,694 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn subframe to trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn subframe to trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Jun 2019 24,924 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Jun 2019 24,919 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 May 2018 22,406 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 19,433 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2016 18,524 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2015 16,081 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2014 14,971 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 13,101 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 10,890 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 9,085 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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TC56 XDC is a 2008 Dodge Caliber in Blue with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 TC56 XDC, 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 TC56 XDC registered?

TC56 XDC is a 2008 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is TC56 XDC safe to buy?

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