Cobra AC

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 6,300 cc

V8 RYLMOT history

V8 RYL is a red petrol Cobra AC first used on 21 Sept 2010. Its MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 8,647 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Sept 2026
Mileage
8,647 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2025
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
363 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 RYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Cobra
Model
AC
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
6,300 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
21 Sept 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 RYL was last recorded at 8,647 miles on 16 Sept 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
8,640 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
363 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 8,647 miles
  • 2024 – 8,640 miles
  • 2023 – 8,318 miles
  • 2022 – 8,273 miles
  • 2021 – 7,938 miles
  • 2020 – 7,871 miles
  • 2019 – 7,720 miles
  • 2018 – 7,585 miles
  • 2017 – 7,373 miles
  • 2016 – 6,991 miles
  • 2015 – 6,184 miles
  • 2014 – 5,264 miles
  • 2013 – 4,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,647 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Windscreen wiper not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 23 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,647 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    8,647 miles
    Test number
    113339208383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail8,647 miles (+7)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,647 miles
    Test number
    317994701588
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass8,640 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    8,640 miles
    Test number
    756698574519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail8,640 miles (+322)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,640 miles
    Test number
    855273794354
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass8,318 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    8,318 miles
    Test number
    698731555490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass8,273 miles (+335)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    8,273 miles
    Test number
    879254871166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass7,938 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    7,938 miles
    Test number
    542517910965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass7,871 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    7,871 miles
    Test number
    365492609653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass7,869 miles (+149)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    7,869 miles
    Test number
    730126369928
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass7,720 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    7,720 miles
    Test number
    818429031774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass7,585 miles (+212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    7,585 miles
    Test number
    958820147464
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass7,373 miles (+382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    7,373 miles
    Test number
    905372365411
    • AdvisoryNearside inner steering rack joint is worn

  13. Pass6,991 miles (+807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    6,991 miles
    Test number
    345183723062
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside inner rack joint

  14. Pass6,184 miles (+920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    6,184 miles
    Test number
    878999927842
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside inner steering rack joint

  15. Pass5,264 miles (+961)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    5,264 miles
    Test number
    436809754271
    • NoteEngine, gearbox and rear diff oil leaks
    • NoteFront brakes are slightly out of balance
    • NotePlay in nearside steering rack inner joint

  16. Pass4,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    4,303 miles
    Test number
    885356463200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 RYL

Does V8 RYL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 RYL expired on 15 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 RYL?
The MOT on V8 RYL expired on 15 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 RYL done?
V8 RYL was recorded at 8,647 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2025, an average of 363 miles a year.
Has V8 RYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 RYL has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V8 RYL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on V8 RYL find?
V8 RYL passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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