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FG08 XFO

2008 Dodge Avenger

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests22 (12 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

121,943 mi
Last recorded121,943 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Dodge Avenger65,547 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 XFO
MakeDodge
ModelAvenger
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 10 fail
Fail 25 Oct 2022 121,943 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame likely to become detached badly corroded (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 118,309 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 118,309 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 115,628 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 115,259 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2019 110,560 miles

Nearside Rear fog light

Offside Front play in wheel bearing

tyre warning light on

Fail 30 Oct 2019 110,558 miles

Front Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear fog light

Offside Front play in wheel bearing

tyre warning light on

Pass 25 Oct 2018 102,043 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2017 95,867 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules too all rear brake hoses n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread area (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has close to excessive play

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre worn smooth

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning illuminated

Fail 1 Nov 2017 95,852 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules too all rear brake hoses n/s and o/s (3.6.B.4e)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread area (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has close to excessive play

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

Offside Rear Inner tyre worn smooth

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 88,433 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 88,188 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 88,188 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 80,890 miles

Front wipers worn/judder

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 68,502 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Jul 2014 68,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jul 2013 58,113 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre edges worn 215/55 r18

o/s/f tyre edge worn

o/s/r tyre edge worn and 3mm

oil low

Fail 19 Jul 2013 58,112 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre edges worn 215/55 r18

o/s/f tyre edge worn

o/s/r tyre edge worn and 3mm

oil low

Pass 2 Apr 2012 42,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Apr 2012 42,615 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 31,541 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 Apr 2011 31,526 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

215/55/18 tyres

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

How Reliable is the Dodge Avenger?

Based on 11,138 MOT tests across 904 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
6,981
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
904
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 448
position lamp(s) not working 309
Registration plate lamp not working 217
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 215
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 168
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FG08 XFO is a 2008 Dodge Avenger in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2008 Dodge Avenger models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 65,547 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Dodge Avenger fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG08 XFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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FG08 XFO is a 2008 Dodge Avenger, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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