Ac Ace Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ac Ace reliable? We analysed 1,233 real MOT tests across 144 vehicles to find out.
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The Ac Ace is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, stop lamp not working and parking brake: efficiency below requirements. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ac Ace.
Ac Ace Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ac Ace. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ac Ace MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ac Ace to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ac Ace Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ac Ace fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ac Ace Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ac Ace owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ac Ace MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ac Ace year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 51 | 80.4% | 12,552 | 18,254 | 24,789 |
| 1996 | 105 | 81.0% | 36,568 | 46,350 | 50,463 |
| 1995 | 154 | 91.6% | 22,731 | 29,758 | 50,909 |
| 1994 | 125 | 86.4% | 15,662 | 48,185 | 54,328 |
| 1962 | 70 | 95.7% | 11,508 | 48,023 | 68,947 |
| 1960 | 94 | 92.6% | 25,426 | 70,210 | 77,276 |
| 1957 | 57 | 86.0% | 8,546 | 68,079 | 70,848 |
| 1955 | 70 | 91.4% | 25,969 | 52,476 | 86,915 |
How Long Does a Ac Ace Last?
Based on 144 Ac Ace vehicles on UK roads.
Ac Ace Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ac Ace MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Ac Ace
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.7% MOT pass rate from 70 tests
80.4% MOT pass rate from 51 tests
The best year to buy a used Ac Ace is 1962, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.7% across 70 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 80.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ac Ace Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ac Ace THIS CAR | 87.8% | 1,233 | 35,113 mi | 71 yrs |
| Ac Cobra | 86.7% | 9,973 | 9,121 mi | 62 yrs |
| Land Rover R-rover Sport Dyn SE D MHEV A | 92.3% | 1,695 | 28,527 mi | — yrs |
| Peugeot 3008 GT Line Bluehdi S/s | 94.4% | 965 | 58,152 mi | — yrs |
| Jeep Patriot Sport+ Crd | 69.7% | 2,005 | 69,044 mi | 16 yrs |
Compared to the Ac Cobra (86.7% pass rate) and the Land Rover R-rover Sport Dyn SE D MHEV A (92.3% pass rate), the Ac Ace sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ac AceShould you buy a used Ac Ace?
The Ac Ace has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.8% across 1,233 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Ac Ace are windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (20 recorded failures), stop lamp not working (16), and parking brake: efficiency below requirements (13). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Ac Ace owner drives around 416 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Ac Ace models stay on UK roads for around 71 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.