2008 Dodge Nitro Sxt Crd A — MOT failures & pass rate
877 MOT tests on the 2008 Dodge Nitro Sxt Crd A are in this dataset, and 72.1% of them passed. That is 1.8 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 26.2%. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (18.9%) and lighting & signalling (18.8%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), position lamp and headlamp — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 93 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 36.2% versus 27.5%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: suspension was flagged on 29.0% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 18.9% | 166 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 18.8% | 165 |
| 3 | Suspension | 8.7% | 76 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.4% | 47 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 4.7% | 41 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.0% | 35 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 93 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 73 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 56 |
| 4 | Ball joint | 45 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 40 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 39 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 29.0% | 254 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.3% | 248 |
| 3 | Tyres | 24.2% | 212 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 19.8% | 174 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 9.2% | 81 |
| 6 | Other defects | 8.7% | 76 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 40 | 27.5% |
| 60-90k | 244 | 23.4% |
| 90-120k | 353 | 28.6% |
| 120-150k | 180 | 30.6% |
| 150k+ | 58 | 36.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 215 | 26.5% |
| 2022 | 196 | 27.6% |
| 2023 | 184 | 29.3% |
| 2024 | 152 | 29.6% |
| 2025 | 130 | 26.9% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Nitro Sxt Crd A
On a 2008 Nitro Sxt Crd A, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 18.9% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (18.9% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (18.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.7% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2008 Dodge Nitro Sxt Crd As pass their MOT?
72.1% of the 877 2008 Dodge Nitro Sxt Crd A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 27.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Dodge Nitro Sxt Crd A?
Brakes, recorded in 18.9% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (18.8%).
Does the 2008 Nitro Sxt Crd A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 27.5% in the 30-60k band to 36.2% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 877 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.