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LV59 DVF

2009 Dodge Nitro

Blue Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

83,844 mi
Last recorded83,844 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Dodge Nitro67,800 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 DVF
MakeDodge
ModelNitro
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 83,844 miles

n/s front tyre fitted inside to outside

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 21 Aug 2025 83,799 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

n/s front tyre fitted inside to outside

o/s front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 15 Aug 2024 79,711 miles

n/s front tyre inside - outside

Pass 22 Aug 2023 76,121 miles

n/s front tyre inside to outside

possible hand brake lever fault?

Pass 18 Aug 2022 70,822 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 65,172 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight lift in both front lower ball joints

Fail 9 Aug 2021 65,168 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight lift in both front lower ball joints

Pass 10 Aug 2020 59,876 miles

slight lift in both front lower ball joints

surface / age cracks on rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 16 Aug 2019 54,113 miles

slight bind on rear brakes?

Fail 15 Aug 2019 54,106 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

o/s rear brakes weak

Pass 24 Aug 2018 49,321 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 49,261 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside front wiper blade split at end

Pass 21 Aug 2017 44,557 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 37,978 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 29,675 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 19,696 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 17,822 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 13,585 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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LV59 DVF is a 2009 Dodge Nitro in Blue with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Dodge Nitro models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 67,800 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 LV59 DVF, 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 17 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 LV59 DVF registered?

LV59 DVF is a 2009 Dodge Nitro, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is LV59 DVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 DVF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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