Dodge common problems and MOT failures
From 11,339 MOT tests in 2024, 23.9% of Dodge vehicles failed. Below are the most common reasons, ranked by how often they occur.
Top Dodge MOT failure reasons
| # | Problem | Occurrences |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | suspension pin, bush or joint worn | 661 |
| 2 | lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 372 |
| 3 | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits the requirements | 262 |
| 4 | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 253 |
| 5 | suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 208 |
| 6 | stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 184 |
| 7 | an obligatory rear fog lamp missing, or a front or rear fog lamp inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 181 |
| 8 | headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 172 |
| 9 | rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources | 170 |
| 10 | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 164 |
What this means if you're buying a Dodge
The single most common MOT failure for Dodge is suspension pin, bush or joint worn, accounting for 25% of all failure items. Suspension repairs typically cost £150–£400 depending on the component.
These figures are from real MOT inspections. They show what testers actually find wrong with Dodge vehicles. If you're viewing a used Dodge, it's worth checking these areas specifically.
Dodge models by MOT pass rate
Lowest pass rates first. These models have the most testable issues.
| Model | Tests | Pass rate |
|---|---|---|
| Caliber | 1,606 | 57.6% |
| Avenger | 301 | 65.1% |
| Nitro | 2,220 | 67.2% |
| Journey | 1,062 | 67.5% |
| Charger | 337 | 84.6% |
| Ram | 2,840 | 84.8% |
| Challenger | 738 | 88.1% |
| Unclassified | 1,065 | 90.9% |
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