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S800 DAX

2005 Dax Rush

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

31,383 mi
Last recorded31,383 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Dax Rush4,663 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS800 DAX
MakeDax
ModelRush
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 31,383 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 31,137 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 29,505 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 27,194 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 23,792 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 20,455 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 18,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 16,436 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 14,293 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 Sep 2016 14,293 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Sep 2015 12,851 miles

Fuel hose slightly damaged hose perished at rear (7.2.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 11,904 miles

nearside rar inner cv perished

radiator hose chafing on chassis

Fail 1 Oct 2014 11,888 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside rar inner cv perished

radiator hose chafing on chassis

Pass 6 Jul 2013 9,780 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 8,882 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 7,031 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 5,065 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 4,450 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 3,970 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 3,559 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 2,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2006 2,218 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 33 miles

How Reliable is the Dax Rush?

Based on 2,232 MOT tests across 245 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
317
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
245
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 20
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13
Stop lamp not working 12
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S800 DAX is a 2005 Dax Rush in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2005 Dax Rush models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 4,663 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 Rush fails its MOT is exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S800 DAX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Dax Rush typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 21 years old, this Dax Rush is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S800 DAX registered?

S800 DAX is a 2005 Dax Rush, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is S800 DAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S800 DAX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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