DODGE RAM (1992)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 76 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
68%
Total Tests (2024)
76
Avg Mileage
116,482 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,597
Is the 1992 DODGE RAM reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DODGE brand average of 84%.
At 32 years old, 68% of DODGE RAMs from 1992 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 76 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 116,482 miles.
How does the 1992 DODGE RAM compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1992 DODGE RAM has 116,482 miles on the clock, which is significantly below the expected 236,800 miles for a 32-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%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.
How much does a 1992 DODGE RAM cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
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 1992 DODGE RAM
The 1992 DODGE RAM is a performance with a 3900cc petrol engine. 76 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 83% of 1992 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 116,482 miles at 32 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.
1992 DODGE RAM Fuel Costs
The 3900cc 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 1992 DODGE RAM?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
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 1992 DODGE RAM
At 32 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. Note: with only 76 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1992 DODGE RAM
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- PORSCHE 911 (1990) 91% pass rate (+23%) from 1,888 tests
- LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER (1994) 80% pass rate (+12%) from 1,086 tests
- JAGUAR XJS (1993) 84% pass rate (+16%) from 925 tests
- JAGUAR XJ (1994) 86% pass rate (+18%) from 635 tests