DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD (2004)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 50 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
50
Avg Mileage
119,262 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,097
Is the 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the DODGE (USA) brand average of 74%.
At 20 years old, 90% of DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WDs from 2004 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 50 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 119,262 miles.
How does the 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD has 119,262 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 148,000 miles for a 20-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.
How much does a 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD cost to run?
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 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD
The 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD is a performance with a 5700cc petrol engine. 50 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 8% of all 2004 cars for reliability.
With an average of 119,262 miles at 20 years old, DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD owners drive about as much as the UK average.
2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD Fuel Costs
The 5700cc petrol engine is on the larger side, so fuel won't be this car's strong point. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,097 (£175/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
Buying a Used 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD
At 20 years old, the DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD 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 50 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2004 DODGE (USA) RAM 1500 2WD
If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MERCEDES SL (2004) 88% pass rate (-2%) from 4,036 tests
- BENTLEY CONTINENTAL (2006) 92% pass rate (+2%) from 3,180 tests
- ASTON MARTIN DB9 (2005) 93% pass rate (+3%) from 2,229 tests
- ASTON MARTIN DB7 (2002) 92% pass rate (+2%) from 468 tests