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HVX 791T

1998 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 4942cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

7,576 mi
Last recorded7,576 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Ac Cobra9,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVX 791T
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,942cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 7,576 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 7,554 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2024 7,306 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 7,105 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 6,843 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2022 6,841 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative all (4.4.1 (e))

Offside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Gearbox mounting inadequately welded

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 6,643 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 6,559 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 6,519 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 6,333 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 6,283 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 5,983 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 5,859 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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HVX 791T is a 1998 Ac Cobra in Red with a 4,942cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 9,196 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 HVX 791T, 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 28 years old, this Ac Cobra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVX 791T registered?

HVX 791T is a 1998 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is HVX 791T safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVX 791T shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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