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HAB 758J

1971 Dax Cobra

Blue Petrol 5300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,852 mi
Last recorded14,852 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Dax Cobra9,643 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHAB 758J
MakeDax
ModelCobra
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 14,852 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 14,200 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2014 14,231 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 14,231 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 14,108 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2007 14,102 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Gearbox oil pipe close to steering u/j, no contact during test.

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 13,723 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 13,723 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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HAB 758J is a 1971 Dax Cobra in Blue with a 5,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1971 Dax Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 9,643 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 HAB 758J, 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 55 years old, this Dax Cobra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HAB 758J?

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What year was HAB 758J registered?

HAB 758J is a 1971 Dax Cobra, first registered on 20 July 1971.

Is HAB 758J safe to buy?

The MOT history for HAB 758J shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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