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RMA 838P

1971 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 3984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,754 mi
Last recorded7,754 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2015
Typical for 1971 Ac Cobra13,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRMA 838P
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,984cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2015 7,754 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 7,458 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 7,065 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 6,440 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 6,070 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 5,460 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 4,760 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight side to side, up and down movement at steering wheel

Pass 22 Aug 2006 3,981 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2006 3,981 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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RMA 838P is a 1971 Ac Cobra in Red with a 3,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1971 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 13,588 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 RMA 838P, 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 55 years old, this Ac Cobra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RMA 838P?

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What year was RMA 838P registered?

RMA 838P is a 1971 Ac Cobra, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is RMA 838P safe to buy?

The MOT history for RMA 838P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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