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K88 BRA

1993 Ac Cobra

Silver Petrol 4949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

8,632 mi
Last recorded8,632 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1993 Ac Cobra10,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 BRA
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,949cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 8,632 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2022 8,605 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2021 8,501 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

parking brake efficiency low

steering column lower bush worn but not considered exxcessive

Fail 4 Jun 2021 8,510 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

parking brake efficiency low

steering column lower bush worn but not considered exxcessive

Fail 6 Apr 2021 8,506 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

parking brake 16% only

Pass 30 Mar 2020 8,370 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 7,509 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 7,286 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 6,272 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 5,928 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 4 Apr 2013 5,928 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Apr 2012 5,520 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 2,716 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 2,578 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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K88 BRA is a 1993 Ac Cobra in Silver with a 4,949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1993 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 10,681 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 Ac Cobra fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 149 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K88 BRA, 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 33 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 K88 BRA registered?

K88 BRA is a 1993 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is K88 BRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 BRA shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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