Dodge Ram MOT Failures
An analysis of 1,233 real DVSA MOT tests on the Dodge Ram — what fails, how often, and how that compares to every other car on UK roads.
Where the Dodge Ram fails its MOT
The single biggest MOT failure point on the Dodge Ram is brake hoses perished or damaged — this model is 11 times more likely to fail on this item than the average car on UK roads. That makes it worth watching for anyone buying or owning this model. Across 1,233 MOT tests, 17.68% of all Dodge Ram tests recorded this as a failure.
Brake failures on the MOT range from worn pads and discs (routine maintenance) to corroded brake lines and seized calipers (more serious). Check for any pulling under braking and listen for grinding.
Other notable weak points include power steering fault (56x the fleet average), suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated (14x the fleet average), wheel bearings worn (11x the fleet average), and suspension pin, bush or joint worn (6.8x the fleet average). These ratios compare the Dodge Ram's failure rate on each item against the national average for all cars tested — a ratio of 10x means this model fails ten times more often than a typical car.
The failures span 3 categories: Brakes, Steering, Suspension. If you're inspecting a Dodge Ram before purchase, these are the areas to focus on — and if any have been flagged as advisories on a previous MOT, they're likely to become failures in the near future.
How failures change with mileage
The Dodge Ram's weak points shift as the car covers more miles. Understanding these patterns helps you know what to expect — and what to budget for — at each stage of ownership.
60,000 to 100,000 miles
This is where routine wear items start to show up. Brake components, tyres, and exhaust parts have done serious work by this point. Cars that have been well serviced will show fewer of these failures — this mileage band is where good maintenance really separates the well-kept from the neglected.
For the Dodge Ram specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are power steering fault (56x the average) and wheel bearings worn (11x). brake hoses perished or damaged (9.8x) and suspension pin, bush or joint worn (6.8x) also appear frequently.
Over 100,000 miles
High-mileage cars accumulate failures across multiple systems. The key question isn't whether things will need doing — they will — but whether the car has been maintained well enough to keep on top of them. Look for a consistent service history and recent MOT passes with minimal advisories.
For the Dodge Ram specifically, the DVSA data shows the most common failures at this mileage are suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated (14x the average) and brake hoses perished or damaged (11x).
The shift from power steering fault at lower mileages to suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated at higher mileages is typical — early failures tend to be design or factory-related, while high-mileage failures reflect accumulated mechanical wear. A car that's been well maintained will usually dodge the worst of both.
What to check before buying a Dodge Ram
Based on the MOT failure data and known issues above, here's what to prioritise when inspecting a Dodge Ram:
Brakes — check for brake hoses perished or damaged. Steering — check for power steering fault. Suspension — check for suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated, wheel bearings worn, suspension pin, bush or joint worn, anti-roll bar links worn.
Always check the car's full MOT history for patterns — recurring advisories often become failures within 12 months. Enter any reg into our free car check to see the complete picture.
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Dodge Ram MOT FAQs
What are the most common MOT failures on a Dodge Ram?
Based on 1,233 DVSA MOT tests, the most common failure is brake hoses perished or damaged — at 11x the national fleet average. Other frequent failures include power steering fault and suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated.
Is the Dodge Ram reliable based on MOT data?
The Dodge Ram has 6 categories where it fails more often than average. The main concern is brake hoses perished or damaged. Always check a specific car's full history before buying.
What MOT failures should I expect at high mileage?
Above 100,000 miles, the Dodge Ram most commonly fails on suspension joint dust cover severely deteriorated and brake hoses perished or damaged. Under 60,000 miles, the main issues are .
How do I check a Dodge Ram's MOT history?
Enter the registration number into our free car check above. You'll see every MOT test result, advisories and failures, mileage readings, write-off status, and finance checks.
MOT failure data sourced from DVSA bulk test records via data.gov.uk. Ratios compare this model's failure rate against the national fleet average. Known issues sourced from manufacturer bulletins, specialist workshops, and verified owner reports.