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BF56 VZM

2006 Dodge Caliber

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

79,429 mi
Last recorded79,429 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 2006 Dodge Caliber65,485 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 VZM
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 79,429 miles

Both head light kick up adjusters require attention

Management light is on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Sub-frame is corroded

TPMS light is flashing

offside rear door and inner wheel arch damaged

Fail 18 Apr 2018 79,427 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is severely distorted (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Both head light kick up adjusters require attention

Management light is on

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear door handle has a sharp edge

Rear Sub-frame is corroded

TPMS light is flashing

Pass 26 Jan 2017 74,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 74,400 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 68,851 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 61,989 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 61,989 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 61,913 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 57,281 miles

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 51,036 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 45,129 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 45,129 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Mar 2011 39,224 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Mar 2010 33,811 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2010 33,811 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2009 27,910 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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BF56 VZM is a 2006 Dodge Caliber in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 BF56 VZM, 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.

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What year was BF56 VZM registered?

BF56 VZM is a 2006 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 13 September 2006.

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