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SM59 PLJ

2009 Dodge Nitro

Red Diesel 2777cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

36,162 mi
Last recorded36,162 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2009 Dodge Nitro67,800 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2019 36,162 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 30,319 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 26,276 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 23,863 miles

both rear tyre sidewall cracked

Pass 27 May 2014 20,367 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2014 20,367 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2013 16,742 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 PLJ is a 2009 Dodge Nitro in Red with a 2,777cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PLJ, 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 PLJ registered?

SM59 PLJ is a 2009 Dodge Nitro, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is SM59 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 PLJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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