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521 UXK

2005 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,874 mi
Last recorded16,874 miles
Recorded on4 May 2013
Typical for 2005 Austin Healey9,479 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration521 UXK
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2013 16,874 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 16,191 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 14,865 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Offside Front Lower Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

front exhaust bandaged

wiper blades slightly worn

Pass 9 Mar 2010 13,152 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 11,983 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Mar 2008 9,479 miles

all front suspension joints worn - but none excessively

Fail 7 Mar 2008 9,476 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

all front suspension joints worn - but none excessively

Pass 23 Feb 2007 7,121 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Feb 2006 3,126 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Austin Healey?

Based on 11,605 MOT tests across 1,365 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
1,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 196
brake binding 162
Stop lamp not working 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 149
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 124
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521 UXK is a 2005 Austin Healey in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 9,479 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Healey fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 521 UXK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 21 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 521 UXK registered?

521 UXK is a 2005 Austin Healey, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is 521 UXK safe to buy?

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