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OPF 3E

2008 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 4949cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

12,240 mi
Last recorded12,240 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ac Cobra4,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPF 3E
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,949cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 12,240 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 11,906 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2021 11,425 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 9,910 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 9,472 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 8,746 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 6,523 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 6,457 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 6,276 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 6,210 miles

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2013 6,208 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2012 5,998 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 5,982 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

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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OPF 3E is a 2008 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 4,949cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OPF 3E, 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 OPF 3E registered?

OPF 3E is a 2008 Ac Cobra, first registered on 9 December 2008.

Is OPF 3E safe to buy?

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