DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A (2009)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 30 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
67%
Total Tests (2024)
30
Avg Mileage
91,484 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2009 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 15 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DODGE (USA) brand average of 74%.
At 15 years old, 67% of DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT As from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 30 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 91,484 miles.
How does the 2009 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2009 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A has 91,484 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
Best year to buy a DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A?
The most reliable year is the 2008 model with a 63% MOT pass rate, while the 2007 model has the lowest at 60%. The 2009 sits between the two at 67%.
How much does a 2009 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.
DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A by Year
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About the 2009 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A
The 2009 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 30 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 94% of 2009 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 91,484 miles at 15 years old, DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2009 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 2009 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 67% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2009 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT A
At 15 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. If you're flexible on year, the 2008 model has the highest pass rate at 63%. Note: with only 30 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2009 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 (2011) 75% pass rate (+8%) from 115,331 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2011) 69% pass rate (+2%) from 65,488 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 59,218 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+13%) from 55,686 tests