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V5 RTX

2005 Dodge Ram

Red Petrol 8277cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,889 mi
Last recorded76,889 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Dodge Ram63,842 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV5 RTX
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine8,277cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 76,889 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 75,422 miles

Central Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Rear Prop (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 75,321 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Exhaust system insecure Mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 10 Oct 2023 71,985 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Sep 2023 71,972 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2022 68,157 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 66,941 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (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 Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 63,743 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 58,776 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 58,776 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Rear gearbox seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 56,752 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 54,405 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 49,558 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2015 44,667 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 42,806 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jul 2013 41,665 miles

rear exhaust hangers rusty

slight oil leak

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 40,146 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 38,774 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 35,346 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 35,331 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 29,998 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Jun 2008 22,835 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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V5 RTX is a 2005 Dodge Ram in Red with a 8,277cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 V5 RTX, 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 V5 RTX registered?

V5 RTX is a 2005 Dodge Ram, first registered on 1 July 2005.

Is V5 RTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V5 RTX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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