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ACC 992A

1990 Pilgrim Cobra

Maroon Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

5,964 mi
Last recorded5,964 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Pilgrim Cobra3,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACC 992A
MakePilgrim
ModelCobra
Year1990
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 5,964 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2025 5,427 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 4,315 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 4,100 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 4,061 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 3,489 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 3,489 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2019 3,416 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 3,416 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 3,255 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2018 3,255 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Main beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 2,772 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 2,768 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (7.1.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside centre exhaust system fouling chassis

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 2,429 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 2,166 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 2,159 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 2,159 miles

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

o/s/front steering rack gaiter slightly deteriorated

rear exhaust mount slightly deteriorated

steering column slightly rubbing alternator

Fail 21 Jun 2010 2,159 miles

All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

o/s steering rack gaiter deteriorated

Pass 5 Jun 2006 2,159 miles

How Reliable is the Pilgrim Cobra?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Headlamp aim too low 14
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
fog lamp not working 11
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ACC 992A is a 1990 Pilgrim Cobra in Maroon with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 1990 Pilgrim Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 3,489 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 Pilgrim Cobra fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACC 992A, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pilgrim Cobra typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 36 years old, this Pilgrim Cobra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ACC 992A registered?

ACC 992A is a 1990 Pilgrim Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1990.

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