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ACZ 373

1981 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 3947cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,114 mi
Last recorded16,114 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 1981 Ac Cobra7,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 373
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,947cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 16,114 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 15,804 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 15,449 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 15,441 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,173 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2014 14,727 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak from nearside rear half shaft seal.

Pass 17 May 2013 14,304 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 May 2012 13,925 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 13,900 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 13,597 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,062 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,349 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 10,447 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2007 10,447 miles

Nearside Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 7,525 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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ACZ 373 is a 1981 Ac Cobra in Red with a 3,947cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 7,479 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 Ac Cobra fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACZ 373, 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 45 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 ACZ 373?

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What year was ACZ 373 registered?

ACZ 373 is a 1981 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is ACZ 373 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 373 shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACZ 373 have outstanding finance?

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