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W161 EAX

2000 Dennis Dart

Multi-colour Diesel 6000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,867 mi
Last recorded142,867 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW161 EAX
MakeDennis
ModelDart
Year2000
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine6,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 142,867 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 136,529 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 132,039 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 125,025 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 120,712 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S AND O/S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S AND O/S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 115,432 miles

Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2018

Nearside Rear air pipes corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2017 102,572 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 102,572 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 91,644 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 78,704 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 69,229 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 76,443 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 68,264 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 68,238 miles

Offside Rear Upper Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 52,955 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2010 44,670 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 44,670 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 36,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Dec 2009 36,749 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 29,111 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 22,110 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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W161 EAX is a 2000 Dennis Dart in Multi-colour with a 6,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 W161 EAX, 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 26 years old, this Dennis Dart is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W161 EAX registered?

W161 EAX is a 2000 Dennis Dart, first registered on 1 August 2000.

Is W161 EAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for W161 EAX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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