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DUP 57S

1978 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,495 mi
Last recorded41,495 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1978 Ac Cobra12,273 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUP 57S
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2020 41,495 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 41,203 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 40,146 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 39,310 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 38,845 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 38,638 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 38,037 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2012 37,332 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 19 May 2011 36,589 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 35,220 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 34,119 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 32,784 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 31,534 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 29,257 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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DUP 57S is a 1978 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DUP 57S, 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 DUP 57S?

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What year was DUP 57S registered?

DUP 57S is a 1978 Ac Cobra, first registered on 3 March 1978.

Is DUP 57S safe to buy?

The MOT history for DUP 57S shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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