Dodge (USA) Nitro SE

Reliability, estimated running costs, and MOT data across 2 model years from 85 MOT tests in 2024.

Avg Pass Rate

65%

Total Tests

Model Years

2007 to 2008

Years Covered

About the Dodge (USA) Nitro SE

The Dodge (USA) Nitro SE was MOT tested 85 times in 2024 (DVSA data, retests included) across 2 model years (2007 to 2008), with an average pass rate of 65%. That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in our data, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Our records list diesel versions.

Mileage Across Years

The oldest model in our data (2007) averages 105,840 miles, while the newest (2008) averages 96,080 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.

Compared to the Dodge (USA) brand average of 74%, the Nitro SE is 9 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Dodge (USA) models.

Estimated Running Costs

Fuel (Diesel, 2777cc)

£1,676

Road Tax

£410

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Higher due to low pass rate

£700

Total per year£2,841

Per month£237/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year, average pump prices of 174.57p petrol and 199.33p diesel (GOV.UK weekly road fuel prices, week of 19 October 2026), and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

Full 2008 details

How reliable is the Dodge (USA) Nitro SE?

vs average of all models-17% (82% avg)

vs Dodge (USA) brand average-9% (74% avg)

Dodge (USA) Nitro SE by Year

Click any year to see detailed running costs, reliability data, and comparisons with similar cars.

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2008	66%	47	96,080 mi
2007	63%	38	105,840 mi

Questions about the Dodge (USA) Nitro SE

Is the Dodge (USA) Nitro SE reliable?

Across its 2 model years in our data (2007 to 2008), the Dodge (USA) Nitro SE averages a 65% MOT pass rate, from 85 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 17 points below the average of 82% across all models in the same data.