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PPM 160R

1977 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 6895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8 mi
Last recorded8 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2021
Typical for 1977 Ac Cobra13,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPM 160R
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,895cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2021 8 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 5 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 5 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 3 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 3 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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PPM 160R is a 1977 Ac Cobra in Red with a 6,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1977 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 13,634 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 PPM 160R, 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 49 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 PPM 160R?

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What year was PPM 160R registered?

PPM 160R is a 1977 Ac Cobra, first registered on 18 February 1977.

Is PPM 160R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPM 160R shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PPM 160R have outstanding finance?

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