2008 Dodge Caliber 2.0L Petrol · LO08 FGF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the most recent inspection data available. The last recorded MOT test conducted on 13 June 2022 at 91,539 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories noted, indicating the car met minimum safety standards at that time. While the history shows previous failures in 2020 and 2021, the owner consistently demonstrated a willingness to rectify identified faults to achieve subsequent passes. The mileage profile is notably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,086 miles per year. There is a significant gap in records between the June 2021 test at 86,380 miles and the June 2022 test at 91,539 miles, during which the vehicle covered only 5,159 miles in twelve months. This low annual usage suggests light mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but long periods of inactivity associated with low mileage can lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion within the braking system. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and wheel arches, as older Dodge Caliber models are prone to significant corrosion. Because the last MOT was performed over four years ago, the vehicle is currently technically unroadworthy. Given the long interval, the inspector should check for seized brake calipers, leaking shock absorbers, and perished suspension bushes that often fail when stationary. The lack of recent data means the current state of the emissions system and tyre integrity remains unknown, necessitating a fresh mechanical evaluation before any purchase.