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D478 DPF

1986 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,483 mi
Last recorded30,483 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2011
Typical for 1986 Ac Cobra10,766 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD478 DPF
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2011 30,483 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2009 27,505 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 23,914 miles

front number plate poor

Pass 19 Mar 2007 21,730 miles

front number plate poor

Pass 6 Mar 2006 17,821 miles

front number plate damaged

general leak around rear diff

moisture around both front shock's

nail in nearside front tyre

nearside undershield damaged

slight exhaust leak at downpipe's

slight play in offside rear top suspension joint

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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D478 DPF is a 1986 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.6% with a typical mileage of 10,766 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 D478 DPF, 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 40 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 D478 DPF?

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What year was D478 DPF registered?

D478 DPF is a 1986 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 January 1986.

Is D478 DPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D478 DPF shows 5 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 D478 DPF have outstanding finance?

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