2007 Dodge Ram — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 256 MOT tests, the 2007 Dodge Ram recorded an 83.6% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 26.9% of the time, so this is 10.5pp better than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.8% of tests against 5.9% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, catalyst emissions and headlamp — headlamp aim alone was recorded 13 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 30-60k one: 27.3% versus 12.5%.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 22.7% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 17.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 24.0% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 9.8% | 25 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.9% | 15 |
| 3 | Suspension | 5.5% | 14 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 5.5% | 14 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.9% | 10 |
| 6 | Tyres | 2.3% | 6 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 13 |
| 2 | Catalyst emissions | 10 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 9 |
| 4 | Position lamp | 9 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 9 |
| 6 | Chassis condition | 9 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 22.7% | 58 |
| 2 | Suspension | 18.4% | 47 |
| 3 | Tyres | 12.1% | 31 |
| 4 | Steering | 11.7% | 30 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 10.2% | 26 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 7.0% | 18 |
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 | 48 | 12.5% |
| 60-90k | 40 | 15.0% |
| 90-120k | 49 | 14.3% |
| 120-150k | 49 | 14.3% |
| 150k+ | 55 | 27.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 211 | 18.5% |
| Diesel | 45 | 6.7% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 69 | 17.4% |
| 2022 | 42 | 7.1% |
| 2023 | 49 | 14.3% |
| 2024 | 46 | 17.4% |
| 2025 | 50 | 24.0% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Ram
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 9.8% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (9.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (5.9% 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.
- Suspension (5.5% 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 2007 Dodge Rams pass their MOT?
83.6% of the 256 2007 Dodge Ram MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 16.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Dodge Ram?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 9.8% of tests, followed by brakes (5.9%).
Does the 2007 Ram get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.5% in the 30-60k band to 27.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 256 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.