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HWV 253X

2006 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 6895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

6,109 mi
Last recorded6,109 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Ac Cobra6,046 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWV 253X
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,895cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2018 6,109 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2018 6,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 235/60 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 5,018 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 4,716 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 4,601 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 4,319 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 4,223 miles

high handbrake travel

slight play to n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 1 Apr 2011 4,049 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 3,605 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

high handbrake lever travel.

Pass 1 Sep 2007 2,686 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2007 2,686 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2006 12 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 12 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.C4)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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HWV 253X is a 2006 Ac Cobra in Red with a 6,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2006 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 6,046 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 HWV 253X, 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 20 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 HWV 253X registered?

HWV 253X is a 2006 Ac Cobra, first registered on 19 July 2006.

Is HWV 253X safe to buy?

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