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VMX 220X

1982 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 5735cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

29,171 mi
Last recorded29,171 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1982 Ac Cobra8,361 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVMX 220X
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,735cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 29,171 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 28,387 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 28,092 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off cracked (0.1 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2022 27,950 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside handbrake effort less than Near side

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 27,368 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2020 27,362 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 26,640 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 25,530 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 24,919 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 22,954 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 22,554 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 22,554 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 6 May 2014 21,872 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 21,868 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 20,743 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,213 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 19,822 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 19,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 16,692 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 13,721 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

slight leak steering pinion housing

slight play both rear hubs

Pass 14 Jun 2007 13,721 miles

slight leak steering pinion housing

slight play both rear hubs

Pass 12 Jun 2006 11,556 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight leak rhr output shaft seal

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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VMX 220X is a 1982 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 5,735cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1982 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 8,361 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 VMX 220X, 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 44 years old, this Ac Cobra is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VMX 220X?

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What year was VMX 220X registered?

VMX 220X is a 1982 Ac Cobra, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is VMX 220X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VMX 220X shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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