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AC8998 - AC COBRA

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Vehicle Overview

Make
AC
Model
COBRA
Colour
Blue
Year
1990
First Registered
March 1990
First Used
13 March 1990

Technical Details

Engine Capacity
5000 cc
Engine Size
5000 cc
Fuel Type
Petrol
Wheelplan
2 AXLE RIGID BODY
Weight
Not available

Environmental Impact

CO2 Emissions
Not available
Euro Status
Not available
Real Driving Emissions
Not available

Status & Compliance

Tax Status
SORN
Tax Due Date
Not available
Type Approval
Not available
Last V5C
28/08/2011

Data provided by DVLA

MOT History

Vehicle testing history with 8 MOT tests

This AC COBRA, registration AC8998, is a 1990 model first registered in March 1990. It features a blue exterior and a 5,000cc petrol engine. The vehicle has a recorded mileage of 16,985 miles. Its current MOT is valid until 29 April 2026, with the latest test conducted on 30 April 2025. The MOT advisory notes include a noisy exhaust, but no immediate mechanical issues are indicated. The car is currently declared SORN and is not taxed. No information on CO2 emissions is available.

Understanding MOT Defect Categories

Dangerous Direct and immediate risk to road safety or the environment. Vehicle must not be driven until repaired.
Major May affect safety, environment, or other road users. Repair immediately.
Minor No significant effect on safety but should be repaired as soon as possible.
Advisory Could become more serious in the future. Monitor and repair if necessary.

Total Tests

8

Passed Tests

8

Failed Tests

0

Latest Test

Passed

Passed - 30 April 2025

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 29 April 2026

Advisories: 1

Passed - 23 September 2017

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 22 September 2018

Passed - 28 July 2016

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 27 July 2017

Passed - 18 July 2015

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 17 July 2016

Passed - 25 June 2014

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 24 June 2015

Passed - 04 April 2013

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 03 April 2014

Passed - 16 May 2011

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 16,985 mi

Expires: 15 May 2012

Passed - 20 December 2005

MOT Test at Unknown

Mileage: 169,856 mi

Expires: 19 December 2006

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the MOT due for AC8998?

The MOT expires on 29 April 2026.

What is the tax status of AC8998?

The tax status is SORN.

What are the specifications of AC8998?

This is a 1990 AC COBRA in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 5000cc engine.

What is the environmental impact of AC8998?

Environmental data not available for this vehicle.

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