DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A (2006)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 32 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
69%
Total Tests (2024)
32
Avg Mileage
84,241 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 13 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DODGE (USA) brand average of 74%.
At 18 years old, 69% of DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT As from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 32 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 84,241 miles.
How does the 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A has 84,241 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 133,200 miles for a 18-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT 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 SPORT A by Year
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About the 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A
The 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 32 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 82% of 2006 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 84,241 miles at 18 years old, DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT 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 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT 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 69% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
Buying a Used 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A
At 18 years old, the DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT 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 32 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2006 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
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- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+11%) from 55,686 tests
- MINI MINI (2008) 74% pass rate (+5%) from 54,730 tests
- RENAULT CLIO (2007) 68% pass rate (-1%) from 41,223 tests