2014 Dodge (usa) Unknown 3.6L Petrol · V1 LNR

The vehicle presents a generally sound mechanical picture following its most recent MOT on 6 February 2026 at 57,776 miles, though that test flagged three distinct advisories that warrant attention. Both front service brakes were noted as binding, albeit not excessively, and the nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play. These are not fresh failures, but they represent a shift from the completely clean records of previous years. The trend is stable rather than rapidly deteriorating, yet the simultaneous appearance of brake and steering wear items at the same test suggests the car may have seen a period of harder use or simply reached an age where multiple consumable components are reaching the end of their service life together. Covering roughly 4,815 miles per year, the annual mileage is low for a twelve-year-old vehicle. The progression is steady and unbroken, moving from 39,784 miles in May 2021 to 54,880 miles in October 2024, then jumping to 57,776 by February 2026. That final interval of 2,896 miles in sixteen months is modest and consistent with light, regular use rather than long periods of inactivity. There are no alarming gaps in the record, and every test since 2021 has passed first time, which speaks to a baseline level of upkeep even if the most recent advisories hint at deferred attention. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system. The track rod end play flagged in February 2026 can introduce vague steering feedback and uneven tyre wear, so check the inner tyre sidewalls for feathering and have the joint assessed for replacement. The binding front calipers may be sticking on their slides or pistons, which can cause asymmetric brake wear, pulling under braking, and premature disc scoring. Inspect the front discs and pads for uneven deposits or lipping, and verify that each wheel spins freely when jacked up. The 2021 advisory for a corroded offside rear tail pipe has not recurred, but a visual check of the full exhaust system for perforation and mounting bracket integrity remains prudent given the vehicle's age. Overall, the car appears fundamentally sound, but the front end needs a careful mechanical examination before purchase.