DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 84 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
84
Avg Mileage
92,217 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DODGE (USA) brand average of 74%.
At 16 years old, 63% of DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT As from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 84 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 92,217 miles.
How does the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A has 92,217 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A 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.
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About the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A
The 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 84 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 97% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 92,217 miles at 16 years old, DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A Fuel Costs
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A
At 16 years old, the DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A 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 84 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2009) 74% pass rate (+11%) from 105,193 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (+4%) from 60,994 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+17%) from 59,218 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+17%) from 55,686 tests