DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A (2008)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 35 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
60%
Total Tests (2024)
35
Avg Mileage
101,133 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 22 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the DODGE (USA) brand average of 74%.
At 16 years old, 60% of DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT As from 2008 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 35 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 101,133 miles.
How does the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A has 101,133 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 118,400 miles for a 16-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2008 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 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A
The 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 35 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2008 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 101,133 miles at 16 years old, DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT A owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2008 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 2008 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 60% 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 SPORT A
At 16 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 35 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2008 DODGE (USA) CALIBER SXT SPORT 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:
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- NISSAN QASHQAI (2010) 67% pass rate (+7%) from 60,994 tests
- MINI MINI (2010) 80% pass rate (+20%) from 59,218 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2007) 80% pass rate (+20%) from 55,686 tests