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MCH 709D

1982 Dax Cobra

Green Petrol 4940cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,269 mi
Last recorded21,269 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2023
Typical for 1982 Dax Cobra9,440 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMCH 709D
MakeDax
ModelCobra
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,940cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2023 21,269 miles

Steering/suspension bushes and gaiters showing signs of age

n/s park brake low effort

Pass 18 Mar 2020 21,236 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 21,182 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 21,075 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2018 21,075 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 20,464 miles

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 20,222 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 19,946 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 19,203 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 19,203 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 19,102 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,996 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 18,523 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 17,913 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

n/s wiper split on end

Pass 16 Mar 2009 17,085 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 25,537 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 23,721 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 22,421 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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MCH 709D is a 1982 Dax Cobra in Green with a 4,940cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1982 Dax Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 9,440 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 MCH 709D, 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 44 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 MCH 709D?

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What year was MCH 709D registered?

MCH 709D is a 1982 Dax Cobra, first registered on 24 September 1982.

Is MCH 709D safe to buy?

The MOT history for MCH 709D shows 18 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 MCH 709D have outstanding finance?

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