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J286 TRP

1991 Dax Cobra

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

12,358 mi
Last recorded12,358 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ286 TRP
MakeDax
ModelCobra
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 12,358 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 12,183 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 12,104 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2022 11,469 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 9,764 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 9,429 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 8,051 miles

play in steering rack / slight play in steering rack u/j pinch bolt

Pass 2 Jun 2014 6,535 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 6,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 16 Jun 2012 6,454 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 6,417 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 6,401 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 6,328 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 6,328 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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J286 TRP is a 1991 Dax Cobra in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 J286 TRP, 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 35 years old, this Dax Cobra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J286 TRP?

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What year was J286 TRP registered?

J286 TRP is a 1991 Dax Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is J286 TRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J286 TRP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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