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GD08 JVA

2008 Dodge Caliber

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,096 mi
Last recorded47,096 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Dodge Caliber59,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 JVA
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2016 47,096 miles

Both sides rear tyres perished in the outside walls

Pass 27 Jul 2015 42,702 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

condensation in o/s rear lamp

Pass 22 Jul 2014 38,627 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2014 38,583 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 33,111 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 33,111 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 23,628 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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GD08 JVA is a 2008 Dodge Caliber in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GD08 JVA, 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 GD08 JVA registered?

GD08 JVA is a 2008 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is GD08 JVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 JVA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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