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LC08 RAK

2008 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 5700cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

1,058 mi
Last recorded1,058 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Ac Cobra4,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC08 RAK
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,700cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 1,058 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 712 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 687 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2024 683 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

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

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 7,489 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,466 miles

Offside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 7,430 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front brakes (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both rear brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 7,425 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 7,425 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 7,377 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 6,858 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 6,775 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 6,596 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 6,037 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 6,037 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 4,706 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 3,096 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 1,254 miles

limited reserve travel on handbrake

Fail 24 Mar 2009 1,254 miles

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

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

limited reserve travel on handbrake

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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LC08 RAK is a 2008 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 5,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.0% with a typical mileage of 4,811 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 LC08 RAK, 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 18 years old, this Ac Cobra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LC08 RAK registered?

LC08 RAK is a 2008 Ac Cobra, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is LC08 RAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC08 RAK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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