CarVerify

Free Car Check

MEZ 1302

2007 Dodge Caliber

Silver Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

62,627 mi
Last recorded62,627 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2016
Typical for 2007 Dodge Caliber66,005 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Dodge
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEZ 1302
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2016 62,627 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2016 62,627 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour both rear (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2015 56,083 miles

both rear inner track control arms inner bushes unbonding (no movement)

front brake pads worn close to limit

n/s/f and o/s/f shocker damp with oil

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

o/s/r tyre worn to 2mm

rear brake pads worn low

slight play in o/s steering arm

Fail 4 Dec 2015 56,083 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim does not move downwards when dipped (British American headlamp) (1.8.C.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)

both rear inner track control arms inner bushes unbonding (no movement)

front brake pads worn close to limit

n/s/f and o/s/f shocker damp with oil

n/s/r tyre cracking in tread

o/s/r tyre worn to 2mm

rear brake pads worn low

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 19 Dec 2014 49,734 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 36,317 miles

tpms warning on

Fail 20 Dec 2013 36,310 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 33,378 miles

*** nearside front tyre worn close to limits 215/60r17 Continental - 1.9mm ***

both front steering arm inner joints have developed play

nearside front track rod end ball joint slight play

oil leak

various body damage around vehicle

Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,350 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 23,348 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 13,251 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
Full Dodge Caliber reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MEZ 1302 is a 2007 Dodge Caliber in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2007 Dodge Caliber models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 66,005 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 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 MEZ 1302, 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 19 years old, this Dodge Caliber is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MEZ 1302?

You can check the full history of MEZ 1302 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MEZ 1302 registered?

MEZ 1302 is a 2007 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 23 April 2007.

Is MEZ 1302 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEZ 1302 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MEZ 1302 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MEZ 1302. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.