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AC58 COB

2008 Dax Cobra

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

9,792 mi
Last recorded9,792 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Dax Cobra6,636 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC58 COB
MakeDax
ModelCobra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2023 9,792 miles

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

water round both sides of rad

Pass 2 Aug 2022 9,632 miles

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

Pass 3 Aug 2021 9,499 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 9,499 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 9,182 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 9,007 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2019 9,007 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 8,486 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 8,274 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 7,847 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 7,002 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 6,931 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2014 6,931 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 20 Sep 2013 6,514 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 4,927 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 4,834 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 4,084 miles

How Reliable is the Dax Cobra?

Based on 2,629 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

85.9%
Pass Rate
299
Miles/Year
58
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
parking brake recording little or no effort 34
brake binding 30
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 21
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AC58 COB is a 2008 Dax Cobra in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Dax Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 6,636 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Dax Cobra fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC58 COB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dax Cobra typically stays on UK roads for around 58 years. At 18 years old, this Dax Cobra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AC58 COB?

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What year was AC58 COB registered?

AC58 COB is a 2008 Dax Cobra, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is AC58 COB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AC58 COB shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AC58 COB have outstanding finance?

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