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LV09 KZB

2009 Dodge Caliber

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

104,018 mi
Last recorded104,018 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Dodge Caliber61,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV09 KZB
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 104,018 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 95,909 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate damaged but still readable

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (STRONG ADVISE) (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washers at 50% but still clearing windscreen ( broken washer/pipe)

Pass 31 Jul 2022 85,705 miles

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 85,636 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 75,585 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

front number plate corner cracked

Pass 3 Aug 2020 67,124 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 54,814 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 3 Jun 2019 54,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both sides (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 45,260 miles

Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 39,750 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 36,273 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 31,069 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 22,183 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 15,196 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 7,456 miles

all four tyre valves perrishing

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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LV09 KZB is a 2009 Dodge Caliber in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2009 Dodge Caliber models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 61,078 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 LV09 KZB, 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 17 years old, this Dodge Caliber is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV09 KZB registered?

LV09 KZB is a 2009 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 30 July 2009.

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