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VHJ 121S

1977 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 6895cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,982 mi
Last recorded21,982 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2021
Typical for 1977 Ac Cobra13,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVHJ 121S
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1977
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine6,895cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2021 21,982 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 20,735 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 20,632 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 19,923 miles

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

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

Pass 17 May 2014 18,780 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 17,956 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 17,709 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2012 17,697 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,174 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 15,460 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 14,767 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Apr 2007 14,252 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 14,249 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack fractured and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2006 13,641 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2006 13,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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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VHJ 121S is a 1977 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 6,895cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VHJ 121S, 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 VHJ 121S?

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What year was VHJ 121S registered?

VHJ 121S is a 1977 Ac Cobra, first registered on 9 September 1977.

Is VHJ 121S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VHJ 121S shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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