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RAL 40F

1979 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 4500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,234 mi
Last recorded8,234 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2014
Typical for 1979 Ac Cobra7,860 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAL 40F
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2014 8,234 miles

nearside and offside engine mountings split

rear exhaust cotton mountings supports splitting

Pass 7 Sep 2013 8,158 miles

Nearside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Offside Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 7,975 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 7,843 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 7,829 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 7,630 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 7,426 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 7,353 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 7,206 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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RAL 40F is a 1979 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 4,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.7% with a typical mileage of 7,860 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 RAL 40F, 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 47 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 RAL 40F?

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What year was RAL 40F registered?

RAL 40F is a 1979 Ac Cobra, first registered on 30 March 1979.

Is RAL 40F safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAL 40F shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RAL 40F have outstanding finance?

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