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STU 259V

1980 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,807 mi
Last recorded1,807 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 Ac Cobra10,594 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSTU 259V
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2020 1,807 miles

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

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 28 Sep 2020 1,803 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play rack end ball joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 1,527 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 4,301 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 4,243 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 4,243 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Drivers seat fixed

Pass 9 Aug 2012 4,182 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 4,148 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 4,083 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 3,975 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 3,855 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 3,605 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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STU 259V is a 1980 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 10,594 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 STU 259V, 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 46 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 STU 259V registered?

STU 259V is a 1980 Ac Cobra, first registered on 14 March 1980.

Is STU 259V safe to buy?

The MOT history for STU 259V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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