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Q680JWY

1992 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 3506cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,614 mi
Last recorded10,614 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1992 Ac Cobra7,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ680JWY
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,506cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 10,614 miles

Evidence of brake fluid on servo below master cylinder, though not leaking under pressure at time of test.

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2025 10,614 miles

Evidence of brake fluid on servo below master cylinder, though not leaking under pressure at time of test.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 10,388 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 10,177 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 10,017 miles

Front both tyres fouling inner wings on full lock

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox & differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both universal joints have slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slight cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2022 10,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn track control arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected bleed nipple (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front both tyres fouling inner wings on full lock

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox & differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively both universal joints have slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres slight cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 9,967 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 9,815 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 9,815 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 9,809 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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Q680JWY is a 1992 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 3,506cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 7,987 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 Q680JWY, 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 34 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 Q680JWY?

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What year was Q680JWY registered?

Q680JWY is a 1992 Ac Cobra, first registered on 8 May 1992.

Is Q680JWY safe to buy?

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