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RX05 AKP

2005 Dax Cobra

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

8,691 mi
Last recorded8,691 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2023
Typical for 2005 Dax Cobra6,111 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 AKP
MakeDax
ModelCobra
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2023 8,691 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 8,609 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 8,604 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 8,526 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 8,487 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 8,454 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2016 8,314 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2016 8,275 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Rear registration plate fitted to the rear does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2b)

Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 8,009 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 7,837 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 6,243 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 5,633 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 4,949 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 3,853 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 3,140 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 1,752 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 1,752 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 1,708 miles

rear brake judder

roughness + tightness in steering rack

side exhausts have no heat shields

slight play in steering pinion shaft

Fail 3 Sep 2008 1,708 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

rear brake judder

roughness + tightness in steering rack

side exhausts have no heat shields

slight play in steering pinion shaft

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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RX05 AKP is a 2005 Dax Cobra in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Dax Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 6,111 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 RX05 AKP, 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 21 years old, this Dax Cobra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX05 AKP?

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What year was RX05 AKP registered?

RX05 AKP is a 2005 Dax Cobra, first registered on 15 March 2005.

Is RX05 AKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX05 AKP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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