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A12 OHN

1988 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,291 mi
Last recorded9,291 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Ac Cobra12,006 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 OHN
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 9,291 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 9,199 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 8,967 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 8,785 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2022 8,467 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 8,215 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 7,162 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 5,977 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 4,986 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 3,544 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 2,453 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 1,545 miles

slight plat to front uj

slight play in n/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 2 Aug 2013 1,545 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

different size tyres front to rear

handbrake release button stiff

Fail 19 Jul 2013 1,545 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

alternator loose on mounting

different size tyres front to rear

handbrake release button stiff

Pass 10 Jun 2010 1,492 miles

Oil leak

engine sump slight damage

Pass 3 Jun 2009 1,408 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 May 2008 1,256 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 1,256 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

offside lower engine mount splitting

offside tyre slightly out of shape

Fail 31 May 2008 1,256 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

offside lower engine mount splitting

offside tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 17 May 2007 1,037 miles

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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A12 OHN is a 1988 Ac Cobra in Red with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1988 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 12,006 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 A12 OHN, 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 38 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 A12 OHN?

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What year was A12 OHN registered?

A12 OHN is a 1988 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is A12 OHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 OHN shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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