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YRL 97C

1974 Ac Cobra

Blue Petrol 3500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,685 mi
Last recorded12,685 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 1974 Ac Cobra14,736 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRL 97C
MakeAc
ModelCobra
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,500cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 12,685 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 12,685 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 12,520 miles

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

fuel return pipe slightly perished

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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YRL 97C is a 1974 Ac Cobra in Blue with a 3,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1974 Ac Cobra models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 14,736 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 YRL 97C, 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 52 years old, this Ac Cobra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YRL 97C?

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What year was YRL 97C registered?

YRL 97C is a 1974 Ac Cobra, first registered on 1 July 1974.

Is YRL 97C safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRL 97C shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YRL 97C have outstanding finance?

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