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AC Cobra MOT Results

87.9% pass rate
from 99 tests in 2021
(49% better than other pre-1990 cars)
Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for pre-1990 cars and highlighted areas where the AC Cobra is unusually good or bad.

  • 6.1% fail on Brakes
    • 6.1% fail on Brake performance
      • 5.1% fail on Parking brake efficiency (sp)
        • 5.1% fail on Rbt (sp)
      • 1.0% fail on Service brake performance
        • 1.0% fail on Rbt
          • 1.0% fail on Service brake performance
      • 1.0% fail on Service Brake Efficiency (sp)
        • 1.0% fail on Rbt (sp)
          • 1.0% fail on Service brake performance
      • 1.0% fail on Parking brake performance
        • 1.0% fail on Rbt
          • 1.0% fail on Parking brake performance
    • 1.0% fail on Service brake pedal or hand lever
      • 1.0% fail on Pedal
    • 1.0% fail on Flexible brake hoses
    • 1.0% fail on Mechanical brake components
      • 1.0% fail on Brake linings and pads
        • 1.0% fail on Brake pads
  • 6.1% fail on Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment
    • 3.0% fail on Headlamp aim
      • 3.0% fail on Headlamp aim
    • 2.0% fail on Stop lamp
    • 1.0% fail on Direction indicators
      • 1.0% fail on Flashing type
        • 1.0% fail on Individual direction indicators
    • 1.0% fail on Registration plate lamp(s)
  • 3.0% fail on Noise, emissions and leaks
    • 2.0% fail on Exhaust emissions
      • 2.0% fail on Spark ignition
        • 2.0% fail on Non catalyst emissions
    • 1.0% fail on Fluid leaks
      • 1.0% fail on Engine oil leaks
  • 2.0% fail on Visibility
    • 2.0% fail on Washers
  • 1.0% fail on Identification of the vehicle
    • 1.0% fail on Registration plates
  • 1.0% fail on Steering
    • 1.0% fail on Steering gear
      • 1.0% fail on Operation
  • 1.0% fail on Body, chassis, structure
    • 1.0% fail on Transmission
      • 1.0% fail on Drive shafts
        • 1.0% fail on Drive shaft