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Q47VWP

1998 Pilgrim Cobra

Red Petrol 2800cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

14,763 mi
Last recorded14,763 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ47VWP
MakePilgrim
ModelCobra
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,800cc
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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 14,763 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Side light slightly flashes with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 14,760 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Side light slightly flashes with indicator (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Various oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2024 14,552 miles

various oil leaks

Pass 23 Nov 2022 14,483 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 14,066 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 13,718 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 13,054 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 12,266 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 12,058 miles

Nearside Rear Excessive play in nearside drive shaft inner joint

Pass 31 Mar 2016 11,720 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 11,444 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 10,666 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 10,612 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 10,541 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 10,463 miles

n/s inner cv boot leaking

rear diff leaking

Pass 5 Oct 2009 10,356 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 10,346 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 10,341 miles

Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2006 10,325 miles

How Reliable is the Pilgrim Cobra?

Based on 1,256 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
400
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 19
Headlamp aim too low 14
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11
fog lamp not working 11
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Q47VWP is a 1998 Pilgrim Cobra in Red with a 2,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

The most common reason a Pilgrim Cobra fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q47VWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Pilgrim Cobra typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 28 years old, this Pilgrim Cobra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q47VWP registered?

Q47VWP is a 1998 Pilgrim Cobra, first registered on 9 March 1998.

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The MOT history for Q47VWP shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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