Dax Cobra Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Dax Cobra reliable? We analysed 2,629 real MOT tests across 236 vehicles to find out.
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The Dax Cobra is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and parking brake recording little or no effort. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Dax Cobra.
Dax Cobra Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Dax Cobra. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Dax Cobra MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Dax Cobra to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Dax Cobra Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Dax Cobra fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Dax Cobra Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Dax Cobra owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Dax Cobra MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Dax Cobra year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 92 | 88.0% | 2,089 | 5,180 | 9,558 |
| 2008 | 145 | 82.8% | 1,840 | 6,636 | 10,149 |
| 2007 | 96 | 94.8% | 3,509 | 6,052 | 9,864 |
| 2006 | 115 | 82.6% | 2,001 | 4,518 | 7,043 |
| 2005 | 178 | 80.9% | 2,675 | 6,111 | 8,584 |
| 2004 | 72 | 86.1% | 3,558 | 7,027 | 11,988 |
| 2003 | 88 | 86.4% | 8,425 | 12,910 | 17,779 |
| 2002 | 109 | 94.5% | 11,224 | 21,743 | 31,562 |
| 1998 | 78 | 79.5% | 10,812 | 15,446 | 20,182 |
| 1997 | 78 | 83.3% | 5,069 | 9,239 | 16,861 |
| 1992 | 72 | 83.3% | 11,717 | 17,380 | 26,626 |
| 1988 | 51 | 86.3% | 6,094 | 11,598 | 27,974 |
| 1982 | 62 | 93.5% | 4,287 | 9,440 | 18,878 |
| 1979 | 177 | 87.6% | 3,804 | 10,690 | 15,417 |
| 1978 | 86 | 83.7% | 6,434 | 11,192 | 13,828 |
| 1977 | 66 | 80.3% | 1,248 | 9,041 | 14,378 |
| 1976 | 62 | 91.9% | 3,462 | 10,193 | 19,732 |
| 1975 | 64 | 93.8% | 8,520 | 11,846 | 14,621 |
| 1974 | 50 | 86.0% | 8,475 | 10,191 | 14,308 |
| 1971 | 71 | 83.1% | 2,376 | 9,643 | 14,231 |
How Long Does a Dax Cobra Last?
Based on 236 Dax Cobra vehicles on UK roads.
Dax Cobra Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Dax Cobra MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Dax Cobra
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.8% MOT pass rate from 96 tests
79.5% MOT pass rate from 78 tests
The best year to buy a used Dax Cobra is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.8% across 96 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Dax Cobra Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dax Cobra THIS CAR | 85.9% | 2,629 | 8,300 mi | 58 yrs |
| Dax Rush | 88.5% | 2,232 | 6,114 mi | 39 yrs |
| Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 45 S 4MATIC+ Plus Auto | 86.1% | 1,663 | 28,242 mi | — yrs |
| Ktm 125 Exc | 74.4% | 2,477 | 3,078 mi | 27 yrs |
| Toyota Avensis Active D-4D | 92.2% | 996 | 85,694 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Dax Rush (88.5% pass rate) and the Mercedes-benz AMG Cla 45 S 4MATIC+ Plus Auto (86.1% pass rate), the Dax Cobra trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Dax CobraShould you buy a used Dax Cobra?
The Dax Cobra has an overall MOT pass rate of 85.9% across 2,629 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Dax Cobra are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (38 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (35), and parking brake recording little or no effort (34). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Dax Cobra owner drives around 299 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Dax Cobra models stay on UK roads for around 58 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.