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45 BXL

1961 Austin Healey 3000

Black Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,088 mi
Last recorded52,088 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 1961 Austin Healey 300025,086 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration45 BXL
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1961
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 28 Nov 2013 52,088 miles

Oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2011 52,041 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

How Reliable is the Austin Healey 3000?

Based on 8,988 MOT tests across 851 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
367
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
851
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 141
Stop lamp not working 129
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
brake binding 94
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 78
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45 BXL is a 1961 Austin Healey 3000 in Black with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 25,086 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Healey 3000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 45 BXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey 3000 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 65 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was 45 BXL registered?

45 BXL is a 1961 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 28 April 1961.

Is 45 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 45 BXL shows 2 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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