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LT02 SZX

2002 Dodge Dakota

Red Petrol 4700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

125,695 mi
Last recorded125,695 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Dodge Dakota91,059 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT02 SZX
MakeDodge
ModelDakota
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,700cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 125,695 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 125,113 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 123,627 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 119,161 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 111,871 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorating

Pass 9 Mar 2020 109,625 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 106,034 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 102,661 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 91,059 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 84,120 miles

exhaust rear silencer corroded (slight leaks).

offside front tyre nearing limit

play detected in offside front wheel bearing

Pass 19 Feb 2015 77,147 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 70,572 miles

exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded

Fail 13 Mar 2014 70,572 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

exhaust rear silencer outer casing corroded

Pass 20 Mar 2013 65,383 miles

offside front c.v gaiter damp

Pass 21 Mar 2012 60,049 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 56,588 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 53,271 miles

e.m.l on (engine management light on).

Pass 10 Feb 2009 48,718 miles

slight play in both front wheels (steering box).

Pass 7 Sep 2007 41,699 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 31,772 miles

How Reliable is the Dodge Dakota?

Based on 1,551 MOT tests across 159 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
2,387
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
159
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 49
Brake pipe excessively corroded 46
Direction indicator incorrect colour 34
Side repeater missing 24
position lamp(s) not working 24
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LT02 SZX is a 2002 Dodge Dakota in Red with a 4,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2002 Dodge Dakota models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 91,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Dodge Dakota fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LT02 SZX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dodge Dakota typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 24 years old, this Dodge Dakota is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LT02 SZX registered?

LT02 SZX is a 2002 Dodge Dakota, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is LT02 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT02 SZX shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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