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P309 MLD

1996 Dennis Dart

Red Diesel 5900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,781 mi
Last recorded80,781 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 1996 Dennis Dart88,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP309 MLD
MakeDennis
ModelDart
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine5,900cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 80,781 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 71,997 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018
Pass 26 Feb 2007 33,287 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2007 33,279 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.7.1a)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 25,371 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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P309 MLD is a 1996 Dennis Dart in Red with a 5,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Dennis Dart models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 88,887 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 Dennis Dart fails its MOT is service brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P309 MLD, 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 30 years old, this Dennis Dart is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P309 MLD registered?

P309 MLD is a 1996 Dennis Dart, first registered on 17 September 1996.

Is P309 MLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P309 MLD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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