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M516 VJO

1995 Dennis Dart

Multi-colour Diesel 5900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

438,523 mi
Last recorded438,523 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1995 Dennis Dart380,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM516 VJO
MakeDennis
ModelDart
Year1995
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,900cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 438,523 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 438,510 miles

Front Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 433,002 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 424,294 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2010 424,294 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2009 414,366 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 405,817 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 400,285 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 390,482 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 390,433 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.6)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

slight movment between stub axle and beam axle on both front wheel stations

Pass 9 Sep 2005 375,983 miles

How Reliable is the Dennis Dart?

Based on 713 MOT tests across 111 vehicles.

82.0%
Pass Rate
5,757
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
111
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Service brake: efficiency below requirements 18
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 8
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8
Braking system leaking 7
Headlamp aim too low 5
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M516 VJO is a 1995 Dennis Dart in Multi-colour with a 5,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1995 Dennis Dart models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.1% with a typical mileage of 380,118 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 Dennis Dart fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M516 VJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dennis Dart typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 31 years old, this Dennis Dart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M516 VJO registered?

M516 VJO is a 1995 Dennis Dart, first registered on 23 March 1995.

Is M516 VJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M516 VJO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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