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4 COB

1978 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2023
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

Typical for 1978 Ac Cobra12,273 mi
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Vehicle Details

Registration4 COB
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2022
Pass 29 Jul 2021
Pass 2 May 2015 12,636 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 12,344 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 10,868 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 9,001 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 6,605 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2010 4,832 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 2,679 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 1,546 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 1,504 miles

How Reliable is the Ac Cobra?

Based on 9,973 MOT tests across 880 vehicles.

86.7%
Pass Rate
294
Miles/Year
62
Year Lifespan
880
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 149
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 117
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 89
Stop lamp not working 89
parking brake recording little or no effort 87
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4 COB is a 1978 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.1% with a typical mileage of 12,273 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ac Cobra fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 4 COB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ac Cobra typically stays on UK roads for around 62 years. At 48 years old, this Ac Cobra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 4 COB?

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What year was 4 COB registered?

4 COB is a 1978 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1978.

Is 4 COB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 4 COB shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 4 COB have outstanding finance?

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