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B161 YWS

1985 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 3528cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

4,050 mi
Last recorded4,050 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1985 Ac Cobra10,209 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB161 YWS
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,528cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 4,050 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 3,207 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 3,143 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 2,992 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 2,765 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 2,477 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 2,286 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn steering notchy (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 9 Mar 2019 1,948 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering/column notchy

Pass 27 Jun 2017 1,076 miles

steering notches/column area

Pass 21 Jun 2016 1,001 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 1,007 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Slight play both rear wheel bearings.

Fail 2 Apr 2015 993 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 973 miles
Fail 28 May 2010 973 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 818 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 6,029 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 149 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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B161 YWS is a 1985 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 3,528cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1985 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 10,209 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 B161 YWS, 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 41 years old, this Ac Cobra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B161 YWS registered?

B161 YWS is a 1985 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B161 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B161 YWS shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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