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HBC 394

1980 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 5750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135 mi
Last recorded135 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2012
Typical for 1980 Ac Cobra10,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBC 394
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,750cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 23 Aug 2012 135 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 109 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 97 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 7 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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HBC 394 is a 1980 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 5,750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 10,594 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 HBC 394, 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 46 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 HBC 394?

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What year was HBC 394 registered?

HBC 394 is a 1980 Ac Cobra, first registered on 28 November 1980.

Is HBC 394 safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBC 394 shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HBC 394 have outstanding finance?

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