Official DVLA Record

1987 Cheetah Cobra 4.6L Petrol · Q810 WRX

Q810 WRX

1987 Cheetah Cobra (4.6L, petrol). First registered 01/04/1987. Recorded mileage 61,928 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CHEETAH COBRA
Year / Origin
1987
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07/08/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
61,928 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 4.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 07/08/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
1987
Engine
4600cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, following a consistent period of clean passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 08 August 2025 at 61,928 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While the record shows a failure on 25 July 2024 at 61,517 miles, the immediate retest pass just eleven days later suggests a minor, rectified issue that was quickly addressed rather than a systemic mechanical failure. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 39-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,588 miles per year. Between July 2022 at 59,945 miles and August 2025 at 61,928 miles, the car covered only 1,983 miles over three years. This suggests the vehicle is stored under and used sparingly, which often preserves the drivetrain and suspension components but introduces risks related to rubber de-gradation, perished seals, and brake fluid contamination due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and mounting points, as low-mileage older vehicles often suffer from hidden corrosion that does not always manifest until it becomes structural. Given the infrequent use, inspect the brake system for seized calipers or corroded lines that occur from disuse. Additionally, check the condition of the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or flat spotting to ensure the age-related material fatigue has not compromised safety despite the low odometer reading.

Q810 WRX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/08/2025
  • 61,928 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Q810 WRX Mileage History

  1. 07/07/202259,945 mi
  2. 25/07/202360,811 mi+866 mi
  3. 25/07/202461,517 mi+706 mi
  4. 26/07/202461,534 mi+17 mi
  5. 08/08/202561,928 mi+394 mi

Average of roughly 642 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Q810 WRX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Cheetah Cobra (Q810 WRX) between July 2022 and August 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 08 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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