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FG08 VAF

2008 Dodge Nitro

Silver Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,308 mi
Last recorded63,308 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Dodge Nitro69,431 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VAF
MakeDodge
ModelNitro
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 63,308 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 53,344 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 49,075 miles

advise vehicle passed the emissions test no print out was produced due to low emissions

Pass 12 Mar 2014 44,117 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 44,117 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 38,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 32,435 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 25,052 miles

How Reliable is the Dodge Nitro?

Based on 31,689 MOT tests across 1,995 vehicles.

70.0%
Pass Rate
6,279
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
1,995
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,177
parking brake recording little or no effort 805
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 712
Registration plate lamp not working 709
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 607
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FG08 VAF is a 2008 Dodge Nitro in Silver with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Dodge Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 69,431 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dodge Nitro fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,177 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 VAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge Nitro typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Dodge Nitro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG08 VAF registered?

FG08 VAF is a 2008 Dodge Nitro, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FG08 VAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 VAF shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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