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229 XVW

1955 Austin Healey Unknown

Blue Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134 mi
Last recorded134 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
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Vehicle Details

Registration229 XVW
MakeAustin Healey
ModelUnknown
Year1955
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2026 134 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 49 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2022 4 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Unknown?

Based on 738 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 8
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7
parking brake recording little or no effort 6
Headlamp not working on main beam 6
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229 XVW is a 1955 Austin Healey Unknown in Blue with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Unknown fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 229 XVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 71 years old, this Austin Healey Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 229 XVW?

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What year was 229 XVW registered?

229 XVW is a 1955 Austin Healey Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1955.

Is 229 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 229 XVW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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