Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D (2006)
2006 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D
CarHunch analysed 126 real MOT records for the 2006 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2006 Caliber is a significantly weaker performer than the UK average, with a 61.3% first-time pass rate versus the national 80%—and more concerning, 46% of these vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point, well above what you'd want to see in a used buy. The diesel variant (which makes up virtually all survivors) shows no advantage, posting the same dismal 61.1% pass rate.
At just under 80,000 miles on average, these cars are carrying nearly 5 failures and over 21 advisories per test—suggesting systemic wear issues rather than isolated problems. If you're considering one, have a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist; the safety defect prevalence alone means you need independent verification before committing.
What to check before buying a 2006 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 46% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (96%) | 121 | 61.1% | 4.98 |
| Petrol (4%) | 5 | 66.2% | 5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2006 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2006 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D vehicles fall between 61,021 and 91,069 miles.
2006 Dodge (usa) Caliber Sxt Sport D — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 13 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2024 (14% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2024.
MOT History Averages
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