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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Dodge RAM 1500. Check any RAM 1500 by registration number below.

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76.8%

Avg Pass Rate

+1.0%

vs Dodge Avg

1

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Dodge RAM 1500 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Dodge RAM 1500 has an average MOT pass rate of 76.8%, which is 1.0 percentage points above the Dodge brand average of 75.8%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your RAM 1500 on the road.

The most common reasons a Dodge RAM 1500 fails its MOT are lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment, suspension, brakes. If you are preparing your RAM 1500 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 RAM 1500, 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 RAM 1500 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 1,500 vehicles

76.8%Good
Dodge average: 75.8%
Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

15.0%

Mileage at 3yr

18k mi

Mileage at 5yr

30k mi

Top MOT Failures — Dodge RAM 1500

The most common reasons a Dodge RAM 1500 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment

16.0%
2

Suspension

15.0%
3

Brakes

13.5%
4

Tyres

10.8%
5

Exhaust, fuel and emissions

9.0%
Dodge RAM 1500 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

29.0%

Rear

29.0%

Offside

22.0%

Other Dodge Models

Compare MOT reliability across Dodge models.

Dodge Challenger

78.5% pass rate

Dodge Charger

77.2% pass rate

Dodge Nitro

72.8% pass rate

Dodge Journey

73.5% 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 RAM 1500

Dodge RAM 1500 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Dodge RAM 1500 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Dodge RAM 1500?
The average MOT pass rate for the Dodge RAM 1500 is 76.8% compared to the Dodge average of 75.8%. 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 RAM 1500?
The most common MOT failures on the Dodge RAM 1500 are: Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment (16.0%), Suspension (15.0%), Brakes (13.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Dodge RAM 1500 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 76.8%, the Dodge RAM 1500 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Dodge RAM 1500?
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 RAM 1500?
Typical mileage for the Dodge RAM 1500: 18,000 miles at 3 years, 30,000 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used RAM 1500 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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