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SM59 PKY

2009 Dodge Caliber

Black Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

127,002 mi
Last recorded127,002 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Dodge Caliber61,078 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 PKY
MakeDodge
ModelCaliber
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2023 127,002 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 127,002 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 124,125 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 121,620 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 121,620 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 119,246 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 114,199 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 114,199 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 106,565 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 99,277 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 99,276 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 7 Sep 2017 98,862 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2016 82,850 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 66,995 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 58,780 miles

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 19 Nov 2013 72,986 miles

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)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 34,993 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
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SM59 PKY is a 2009 Dodge Caliber in Black with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 SM59 PKY, 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 SM59 PKY registered?

SM59 PKY is a 2009 Dodge Caliber, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is SM59 PKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 PKY shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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