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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Dodge Caliber. Check any Caliber by registration number below.

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62.9%

Avg Pass Rate

-20.7%

vs Dodge Avg

6

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Dodge Caliber — MOT Reliability Overview

The Dodge Caliber has an average MOT pass rate of 62.9%, which is 20.7 percentage points below the Dodge brand average of 83.6%. This suggests the Caliber can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Dodge Caliber fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn. If you are preparing your Caliber for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Dodge Caliber, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Dodge Caliber performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 144 vehicles

89.6%Excellent
Dodge average: 83.6%

2009

Based on 360 vehicles

54.4%Below Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

39.2%

2008

Based on 909 vehicles

55.0%Below Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

10.6%

Retest Rate

27.6%

2007

Based on 720 vehicles

52.8%Below Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

8.8%

Retest Rate

32.6%

2006

Based on 554 vehicles

60.3%Below Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

23.1%

0

Based on 1,588 vehicles

65.3%Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Mileage at 5yr

94k mi

Top MOT Failures — Dodge Caliber

The most common reasons a Dodge Caliber fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

6.0%
2

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.5%
3

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

5.2%
4

Stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

3.8%
5

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

3.7%
Dodge Caliber Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Dodge Models

Compare MOT reliability across Dodge models.

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94.4% pass rate

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78.4% pass rate

Dodge Challenger

73.6% pass rate

Dodge Srt-10

88.0% pass rate

Dodge Charger

90.0% pass rate

Dodge Durango

94.4% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Dodge Caliber

Dodge Caliber — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Dodge Caliber MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Dodge Caliber?
The average MOT pass rate for the Dodge Caliber is 62.9% compared to the Dodge average of 83.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Dodge Caliber?
The most common MOT failures on the Dodge Caliber are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (6.0%), A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.5%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (5.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Dodge Caliber reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 62.9%, the Dodge Caliber is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Dodge Caliber?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Dodge Caliber?
Typical mileage for the Dodge Caliber: 93,965 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Caliber to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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