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TFW 878W

1981 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 6895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

17,913 mi
Last recorded17,913 miles
Recorded on20 May 2016
Typical for 1981 Ac Cobra7,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFW 878W
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,895cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2016 17,913 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 16,534 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,350 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 14,108 miles

Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 13,898 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 13,581 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

slight play in n/s rack outer joint

Pass 29 Jun 2009 12,911 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 12,149 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 10,828 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 9,799 miles

Offside Front Steering retaining device insecure (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 9,799 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2005 8,243 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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TFW 878W is a 1981 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 6,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1981 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 7,479 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 TFW 878W, 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 45 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 TFW 878W?

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What year was TFW 878W registered?

TFW 878W is a 1981 Ac Cobra, first registered on 2 February 1981.

Is TFW 878W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFW 878W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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