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E255 MPV

1988 Dax Rush

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

9,514 mi
Last recorded9,514 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1988 Dax Rush8,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE255 MPV
MakeDax
ModelRush
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 9,514 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 9,510 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 9,506 miles

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play slight play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 9,503 miles

Central Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 9,366 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 9,359 miles

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Fail 11 Sep 2015 9,358 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Offside Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

under trays fitted

Pass 20 May 2013 9,050 miles

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2006 8,648 miles

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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E255 MPV is a 1988 Dax Rush in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Dax Rush models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 8,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 E255 MPV, 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 38 years old, this Dax Rush is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E255 MPV registered?

E255 MPV is a 1988 Dax Rush, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E255 MPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E255 MPV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does E255 MPV have outstanding finance?

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