DODGE RAM (1990)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 32 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
97%
Total Tests (2024)
32
Avg Mileage
120,628 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 1990 DODGE RAM reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 15 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DODGE brand average of 84%.
At 34 years old, 97% of DODGE RAMs from 1990 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 32 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 120,628 miles.
How does the 1990 DODGE RAM compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1990 DODGE RAM has 120,628 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 251,600 miles for a 34-year-old car. Low-mileage examples may have spent time sitting unused, so check for issues like corroded brakes or perished rubber seals.
Best year to buy a DODGE RAM?
The most reliable year is the 1994 model with a 96% MOT pass rate, while the 1992 model has the lowest at 68%. The 1990 sits between the two at 97%.
How much does a 1990 DODGE RAM cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
DODGE RAM by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 93% | 40 | 35,482 mi |
| 2020 | 87% | 38 | 46,005 mi |
| 2019 | 95% | 94 | 43,294 mi |
| 2018 | 95% | 138 | 49,917 mi |
| 2017 | 88% | 94 | 60,734 mi |
| 2016 | 93% | 100 | 59,647 mi |
| 2015 | 89% | 84 | 101,702 mi |
| 2014 | 89% | 72 | 92,792 mi |
| 2013 | 82% | 39 | 87,998 mi |
| 2012 | 74% | 70 | 104,899 mi |
| 2011 | 93% | 91 | 95,481 mi |
| 2010 | 86% | 102 | 82,245 mi |
| 2009 | 88% | 89 | 96,442 mi |
| 2008 | 90% | 39 | 102,901 mi |
| 2007 | 81% | 68 | 95,193 mi |
| 2006 | 87% | 128 | 126,631 mi |
| 2005 | 87% | 241 | 101,775 mi |
| 2004 | 84% | 308 | 98,467 mi |
| 2003 | 88% | 204 | 111,648 mi |
| 2002 | 92% | 123 | 136,827 mi |
| 2001 | 81% | 99 | 111,545 mi |
| 2000 | 95% | 41 | 153,098 mi |
| 1999 | 81% | 97 | 114,083 mi |
| 1998 | 82% | 85 | 120,150 mi |
| 1997 | 95% | 56 | 112,854 mi |
| 1996 | 81% | 126 | 138,496 mi |
| 1994 | 96% | 50 | 141,844 mi |
| 1992 | 68% | 76 | 116,482 mi |
| 1990 | 97% | 32 | 120,628 mi |
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About the 1990 DODGE RAM
The 1990 DODGE RAM is a performance with a 5000cc petrol engine. 32 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 3% of all 1990 cars for reliability.
With an average of 120,628 miles at 34 years old, DODGE RAM owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver. Very low mileage could mean the car has been garaged or used only for short trips, which can cause its own issues like battery drain and moisture buildup.
1990 DODGE RAM Fuel Costs
The 5000cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1990 DODGE RAM?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 97% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
DODGE RAM Reliability Trend
Newer DODGE RAMs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 3 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1990 DODGE RAM
At 34 years old, the DODGE RAM is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1994 model has the highest pass rate at 96%. Note: with only 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1990 DODGE RAM
The DODGE RAM is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol performances from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- JAGUAR XJS (1990) 82% pass rate (-15%) from 1,011 tests
- MERCEDES 500 (1991) 87% pass rate (-10%) from 356 tests
- MERCEDES SL (1991) 86% pass rate (-11%) from 288 tests
- JAGUAR XJ (1990) 86% pass rate (-11%) from 282 tests