Ac Cobra Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Ac Cobra reliable? We analysed 9,973 real MOT tests across 880 vehicles to find out.
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The Ac Cobra is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Ac Cobra.
Ac Cobra Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Ac Cobra. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Ac Cobra MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Ac Cobra to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Ac Cobra Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Ac Cobra fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Ac Cobra Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Ac Cobra owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Ac Cobra MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Ac Cobra year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 100 | 91.0% | 2,906 | 4,847 | 9,056 |
| 2010 | 120 | 81.7% | 3,424 | 4,602 | 7,481 |
| 2009 | 136 | 89.7% | 2,425 | 3,804 | 7,228 |
| 2008 | 201 | 91.0% | 2,091 | 4,811 | 8,177 |
| 2007 | 192 | 85.9% | 2,358 | 4,606 | 7,447 |
| 2006 | 291 | 86.3% | 3,312 | 6,046 | 9,572 |
| 2005 | 421 | 83.4% | 4,058 | 9,780 | 15,150 |
| 2004 | 405 | 87.9% | 3,425 | 6,359 | 11,531 |
| 2003 | 376 | 88.8% | 5,419 | 9,658 | 20,648 |
| 2002 | 287 | 84.0% | 3,958 | 8,686 | 15,572 |
| 2001 | 375 | 87.2% | 5,468 | 8,455 | 13,727 |
| 2000 | 514 | 87.2% | 4,326 | 8,487 | 14,555 |
| 1999 | 310 | 88.7% | 3,885 | 7,505 | 18,825 |
| 1998 | 392 | 86.0% | 5,587 | 9,196 | 23,653 |
| 1997 | 241 | 88.4% | 6,210 | 8,425 | 12,336 |
| 1996 | 111 | 89.2% | 3,388 | 5,015 | 10,287 |
| 1995 | 64 | 89.1% | 3,533 | 5,006 | 11,471 |
| 1994 | 118 | 86.4% | 4,107 | 7,928 | 11,740 |
| 1993 | 305 | 85.6% | 6,761 | 10,681 | 15,895 |
| 1992 | 97 | 88.7% | 3,294 | 7,987 | 13,029 |
How Long Does a Ac Cobra Last?
Based on 880 Ac Cobra vehicles on UK roads.
Ac Cobra Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Ac Cobra 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 Cobra
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
97.1% MOT pass rate from 68 tests
78.3% MOT pass rate from 254 tests
The best year to buy a used Ac Cobra is 1970, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 97.1% across 68 tests. The 1985 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Ac Cobra Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ac Cobra THIS CAR | 86.7% | 9,973 | 9,121 mi | 62 yrs |
| Ac Ace | 87.8% | 1,233 | 35,113 mi | 71 yrs |
| Yamaha Bws 125 | 80.6% | 3,536 | 12,414 mi | 16 yrs |
| Yamaha Xvs | 89.9% | 8,868 | 8,491 mi | 29 yrs |
| Ford Transit 350 Limited Ecoblue A | 85.6% | 3,311 | 51,925 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Ac Ace (87.8% pass rate) and the Yamaha Bws 125 (80.6% pass rate), the Ac Cobra sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Ac CobraShould you buy a used Ac Cobra?
The Ac Cobra has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.7% across 9,973 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 Cobra are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (149 recorded failures), windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (117), and exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (89). 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 Cobra owner drives around 294 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 Cobra models stay on UK roads for around 62 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.