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XME 794

1997 Dodge Ram

Black Petrol 5200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

42,810 mi
Last recorded42,810 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Dodge Ram106,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXME 794
MakeDodge
ModelRam
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,200cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 42,810 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both n/s and o/s front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 42,174 miles

front l/h/f panhard rod ball joint moderate movement

Fail 28 Sep 2020 42,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 42,626 miles

Offside Front headlamp adjuster poor

Pass 27 Oct 2017 41,960 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 41,629 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 41,089 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 40,111 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 38,529 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

both rear service brakes grabbing slightly on application

Pass 1 Oct 2013 38,529 miles

both rear service brakes grabbing slightly on application

Pass 12 Sep 2012 37,167 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 35,716 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 8 Jul 2010 33,474 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 33,474 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 33,445 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 32,057 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 30,572 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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XME 794 is a 1997 Dodge Ram in Black with a 5,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1997 Dodge Ram models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 106,472 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 XME 794, 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 29 years old, this Dodge Ram is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XME 794 registered?

XME 794 is a 1997 Dodge Ram, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is XME 794 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XME 794 shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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