Dodge Caliber SXT Sport A

What fails its inspection

Great Britain's MOT record for the 2007 2.0 petrol. 13 of 36 tests failed.

The defects inspectors cite

• A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
• 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 steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play
• Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
• A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage

Before you buy one

Built from what this car fails on, not from general knowledge of the model.

• Suspension — 38% of its failures
  • A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn
  • A shock absorber damaged to the extent that it does not function or showing signs of severe leakage
• Tyres and wheels — 38% of its failures
  • Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements
  • A tyre seriously damaged
• Brakes — 31% of its failures
  • Brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator
• Lights and electrics — 38% of its failures
  • A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning
  • Brake lining or pad worn down to wear indicator
• Body and structure — 31% of its failures
  • 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
• Seat belts and airbags — 31% of its failures
  • 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