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WL08 BYV

2008 Dodge Caliber

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

125,316 mi
Last recorded125,316 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Dodge Caliber59,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 BYV
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 125,316 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 123,030 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 119,230 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 113,608 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 113,608 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 103,074 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 89,999 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 77,247 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 64,726 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 53,592 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 40,436 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 30,510 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,988 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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WL08 BYV is a 2008 Dodge Caliber in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WL08 BYV, 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 WL08 BYV registered?

WL08 BYV is a 2008 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is WL08 BYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 BYV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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