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M96 BCV

1994 Ac Ace

Red Petrol 4949cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,611 mi
Last recorded56,611 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1994 Ac Ace48,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM96 BCV
MakeAc
ModelAce
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,949cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 56,611 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 56,278 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 55,561 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 55,152 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 54,798 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust rubber support split

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil front (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 54,328 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 52,551 miles

n/s hand brake reading slightly low

Fail 15 Oct 2013 49,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 49,886 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 49,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Oct 2011 49,428 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 6 Aug 2010 48,781 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 48,781 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 48,185 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 48,138 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Suspect fuel hose to be fouling/rubbing on steering shaft

slight play in lower steering column bush

How Reliable is the Ac Ace?

Based on 1,233 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
416
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 20
Stop lamp not working 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
parking brake recording little or no effort 13
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 12
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M96 BCV is a 1994 Ac Ace in Red with a 4,949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1994 Ac Ace models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 48,185 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 Ace fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 20 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M96 BCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ac Ace typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 32 years old, this Ac Ace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M96 BCV registered?

M96 BCV is a 1994 Ac Ace, first registered on 2 September 1994.

Is M96 BCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M96 BCV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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