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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Dodge Nitro. Check any Nitro by registration number below.

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71.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-12.1%

vs Dodge Avg

5

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Dodge Nitro — MOT Reliability Overview

The Dodge Nitro has an average MOT pass rate of 71.5%, which is 12.1 percentage points below the Dodge brand average of 83.6%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Nitro on the road.

The most common reasons a Dodge Nitro fails its MOT are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement. If you are preparing your Nitro for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Dodge Nitro, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Dodge Nitro performs at MOT across different model years.

2010

Based on 50 vehicles

92.0%Excellent
Dodge average: 83.6%

2009

Based on 1,155 vehicles

67.9%Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

23.8%

2008

Based on 1,484 vehicles

65.1%Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

23.5%

2007

Based on 464 vehicles

63.6%Below Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Dangerous Defects

5.8%

Retest Rate

29.2%

0

Based on 1,620 vehicles

69.1%Average
Dodge average: 83.6%
Mileage at 5yr

104k mi

Top MOT Failures — Dodge Nitro

The most common reasons a Dodge Nitro fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning

5.7%
2

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

3.5%
3

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

3.0%
4

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

3.0%
5

A headlamp or light source missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of LED

2.6%
Dodge Nitro Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Dodge Models

Compare MOT reliability across Dodge models.

Dodge Pick Up

94.4% pass rate

Dodge Grand Caravan

78.4% pass rate

Dodge Challenger

73.6% pass rate

Dodge Srt-10

88.0% pass rate

Dodge Caliber

52.8% pass rate

Dodge Charger

90.0% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Dodge Nitro

Dodge Nitro — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Dodge Nitro MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Dodge Nitro?
The average MOT pass rate for the Dodge Nitro is 71.5% compared to the Dodge average of 83.6%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Dodge Nitro?
The most common MOT failures on the Dodge Nitro are: A lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (5.7%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (3.5%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (3.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Dodge Nitro reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 71.5%, the Dodge Nitro is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Dodge Nitro?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Dodge Nitro?
Typical mileage for the Dodge Nitro: 103,821 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Nitro to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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