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SM59 OTC

2009 Dodge Nitro

Red Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

103,962 mi
Last recorded103,962 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Dodge Nitro67,800 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 OTC
MakeDodge
ModelNitro
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,777cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 103,962 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2025 103,958 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 96,529 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2024 96,525 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 90,342 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 84,855 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 83,226 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 83,222 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2020 80,781 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 75,858 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 64,079 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 64,079 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 May 2017 53,330 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 41,958 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 28,071 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 16,844 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 16,405 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 12,930 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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SM59 OTC is a 2009 Dodge Nitro in Red 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 SM59 OTC, 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 SM59 OTC registered?

SM59 OTC is a 2009 Dodge Nitro, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is SM59 OTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 OTC 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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