Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 Dodge Avenger?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2008 Dodge Avenger?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2008 Dodge Avenger?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2008 Dodge Avenger vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

35% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2008 Dodge Avenger reliable?

Based on MOT data from 549 vehicles, the 2008 Dodge Avenger has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Dodge Avenger?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Dodge Avenger are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (60.1% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (60% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (58.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2008 Dodge Avenger?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Dodge Avenger (2008)

549 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.1% first-time pass rate

2008 Dodge Avenger

CarHunch analysed 549 real MOT records for the 2008 Dodge Avenger. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2008 Dodge Avenger falls below the UK average first-time pass rate at 75.1% versus 80%, and this is compounded by a concerning 34.6% of vehicles having recorded dangerous defects at some point—well above the typical threshold. Petrol variants perform slightly better (76.4% pass rate) than diesel models (73.8%), though neither is reassuring.

These Avengers have covered a modest 65,000 miles on average for their age, yet they're racking up 3.44 failures and 20.4 advisories per test, suggesting underlying wear or neglect issues. Before buying one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focusing on brake and suspension components, where dangerous defects cluster in this model.

The 2008 Dodge Avenger has a decent first-time pass rate (75.1%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

75.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

34.6%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.44

Over 12.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

69k

Middle half: 56k–86k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 20.4 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 549 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 549 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 60.1%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 60%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components · Oil leak · …

Brake wear 54.1%

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Dodge Avenger

Based on MOT data from 549 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 34.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (52%)	288	73.8%	3.66
Petrol (47%)	260	76.4%	3.2

Colour Breakdown

Based on 890 Dodge Avenger vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Black 32%

285

Red 30.3%

270

Silver 23.4%

208

Blue 9.3%

Orange 2.6%

White 1.8%

Grey 0.6%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2008 Dodge Avenger vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

68,638

typical

55,939

low mileage

85,945

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Dodge Avenger vehicles fall between 55,939 and 85,945 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 55,939 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 55,939–85,945 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Dodge Avengers sit.

⚠ Over 116,025 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Dodge Avenger — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 18% of 2008 Dodge Avengers are still active.

Numbers are declining — 86 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (18% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

12.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.44

Avg failures per vehicle

20.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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