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A5 COB

1990 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,213 mi
Last recorded15,213 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Ac Cobra10,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 COB
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 15,213 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 15,048 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 14,923 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 14,429 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 14,243 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 13,964 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 13,562 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 13,491 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 13,167 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 13,035 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 12,929 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 12,691 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 12,312 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 12,202 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 12,004 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 11,702 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,684 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 11,010 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 10,229 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 9,594 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 8,556 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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A5 COB is a 1990 Ac Cobra in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.2% with a typical mileage of 10,346 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 A5 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 36 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 A5 COB?

You can check the full history of A5 COB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was A5 COB registered?

A5 COB is a 1990 Ac Cobra, first registered on 1 April 1990.

Is A5 COB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 COB shows 21 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 A5 COB have outstanding finance?

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