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A287 GAL

1984 Dax Rush

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

7,912 mi
Last recorded7,912 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA287 GAL
MakeDax
ModelRush
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Aug 2022 7,912 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jun 2021 7,906 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 5.38% - Limit 4.50% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Both front brake flexible hoses fouling on mudguard supports

Hazard warning light tell tale not working

Indicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2020 7,722 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

oil leak

Pass 11 Aug 2018 7,564 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Nov 2016 7,309 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 7,308 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 7,155 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 7,153 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 7,020 miles
Fail 26 May 2010 7,020 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

n/s/f wheel bearing play

rear box oil leak

rear diff leak

Pass 24 Oct 2008 6,706 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

o/s/f steering caiter

oil leak rear diff

Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,573 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 4,190 miles

How Reliable is the Dax Rush?

Based on 2,232 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
Stop lamp not working 12
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A287 GAL is a 1984 Dax Rush in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

The most common reason a Dax Rush fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A287 GAL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dax Rush typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 42 years old, this Dax Rush is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A287 GAL registered?

A287 GAL is a 1984 Dax Rush, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is A287 GAL safe to buy?

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