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BTU 843W

1981 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,186 mi
Last recorded3,186 miles
Recorded on16 May 2007
Typical for 1981 Ac Cobra7,479 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTU 843W
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 16 May 2007 3,186 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 3,139 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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BTU 843W is a 1981 Ac Cobra in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 BTU 843W, 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 BTU 843W?

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What year was BTU 843W registered?

BTU 843W is a 1981 Ac Cobra, first registered on 15 April 1981.

Is BTU 843W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTU 843W shows 2 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 BTU 843W have outstanding finance?

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