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G9 COB

1989 Ac Cobra

Red Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,770 mi
Last recorded6,770 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Ac Cobra8,067 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG9 COB
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 3 Mar 2026 6,770 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 6,763 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 6,759 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear hand brake caliper lever not fully returning

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021 6,450 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 6,437 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 6,428 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 6,058 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 5,633 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 5,571 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 5,243 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 4,931 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 4,573 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 4,532 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 4,460 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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G9 COB is a 1989 Ac Cobra in Red with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1989 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 8,067 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 G9 COB, 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 37 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 G9 COB?

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What year was G9 COB registered?

G9 COB is a 1989 Ac Cobra, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G9 COB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G9 COB shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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