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F293 FPW

1988 Dax Rush

Blue Petrol 900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

9,527 mi
Last recorded9,527 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1988 Dax Rush8,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF293 FPW
MakeDax
ModelRush
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine900cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 9,527 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2021 9,163 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 8,891 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 8,193 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 7,225 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 6,279 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 5,857 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2015 5,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 5,356 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 4,345 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 4,339 miles

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 4,047 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 4,041 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 3,885 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2008 3,200 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 3,146 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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F293 FPW is a 1988 Dax Rush in Blue with a 900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1988 Dax Rush models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 8,891 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 F293 FPW, 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 38 years old, this Dax Rush is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F293 FPW?

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What year was F293 FPW registered?

F293 FPW is a 1988 Dax Rush, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is F293 FPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F293 FPW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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