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WJ56 SJV

2006 Dodge Caliber

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,610 mi
Last recorded21,610 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Dodge Caliber65,485 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ56 SJV
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 21,610 miles

Rear general rust underneath,

Pass 30 Oct 2024 19,726 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2024 19,725 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2022 19,688 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 18,248 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak around oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 11 Sep 2020 18,237 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush unbonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both nearside and offside (3.5 (a))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Slight leak around oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 17,095 miles

some light surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components

tpms light on dash

Pass 20 Sep 2018 16,750 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 16,235 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2017 16,235 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 16,014 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 15,594 miles

all four tyres perishing in side walls

Pass 10 Sep 2014 14,786 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 13,880 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,634 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 11,523 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 10,406 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 8,432 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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WJ56 SJV is a 2006 Dodge Caliber in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Dodge Caliber models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 65,485 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 WJ56 SJV, 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 20 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 WJ56 SJV registered?

WJ56 SJV is a 2006 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is WJ56 SJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ56 SJV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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