2022 Dodge (usa) RAM 5.7L Petrol · LS22 CON

Exhibiting a remarkably clean structural and mechanical testing history, this vehicle presents an overall trend of strong roadworthiness marred only by minor, easily rectifiable peripheral failures. Its initial testing cycle in April 2025 resulted in a clean pass with no defects or advisories recorded, a pattern that largely continued into its subsequent inspection series. Although an initial attempt on 8 April 2026 recorded a failure due to ineffective front windscreen wipers and an underperforming offside washer, these surface-level vision issues were rectified immediately, securing a clean pass with zero advisories on 9 April 2026 at 25,487 miles. The underlying mechanical trajectory remains exceptionally stable, with zero recorded advisories or failures concerning structural integrity, braking efficiency, or suspension components. Accumulating 25,487 miles over approximately four years equates to an average annual usage rate of roughly 6,370 miles, representing steady and typical domestic operation. This moderate rate of mileage accumulation indicates regular mechanical exercise without excessive wear from high-mileage haulage, while avoiding the functional risks associated with prolonged vehicle stagnation. Between its 2025 and 2026 inspections, the vehicle covered roughly 7,200 miles, confirming consistent operational use. For an imported heavy vehicle of this footprint and mass, steady usage helps prevent brake caliper binding from disuse and keeps the engine and drivetrain components adequately lubricated. Given that the sole failures recorded in the official testing history relate to vision equipment, a prospective buyer should carefully inspect the operation of the front washer pump, jet nozzles, and wiper assembly. Confirm that the washer pump operates with strong fluid pressure and that the spray nozzles are free from partial blockages, as underperforming washer systems on broad utility screens can obscure driver vision rapidly. Ensure the wiper arms sweep cleanly without chatter or smearing across the glass, and verify that the washer reservoir holds fluid without slow leaks around the pump grommets or supply lines. Beyond the specific items flagged on test, evaluating an imported heavy pickup truck requires close attention to the chassis and suspension on a road test. Prospective buyers should listen for knocking or clunking from front suspension bushes, anti-roll bar links, and ball joints when traversing uneven road surfaces or speed bumps. Engage the brakes firmly from speed to feel for pedal judder, uneven pulling, or binding, which can develop on heavier vehicles carrying high unladen mass. Finally, a thorough physical inspection beneath the vehicle should be conducted to check the chassis rails, subframes, and steering linkages for unrecorded surface corrosion or fluid misting before finalizing a purchase.