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P283 UAF

1997 Dodge Caravan

White Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

193,452 mi
Last recorded193,452 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2018
Typical for 1997 Dodge Caravan132,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP283 UAF
MakeDodge
ModelCaravan
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2018 193,452 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 193,422 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength nearside sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength offside sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 186,747 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold cracked (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

headlight beam pattern slightly out of focus (n/s + o/s)

Fail 27 Jul 2017 186,747 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect n/s + o/s - lenses deteriorated (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold cracked (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Aug 2015 178,361 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

all metal brake pipes corroded

How Reliable is the Dodge Caravan?

Based on 1,275 MOT tests across 263 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
6,699
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 72
fog lamp not working 47
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 43
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 34
Direction indicator incorrect colour 30
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P283 UAF is a 1997 Dodge Caravan in White with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Dodge Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 132,393 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 Caravan fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 72 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P283 UAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P283 UAF registered?

P283 UAF is a 1997 Dodge Caravan, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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