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998 XVS

1961 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2900cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,090 mi
Last recorded3,090 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2021
Typical for 1961 Austin Healey23,376 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration998 XVS
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,900cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2021 3,090 miles

oil leaks from engine gearbox and rear axle

play in n/s f steering idler

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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998 XVS is a 1961 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,376 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 998 XVS, 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 65 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 998 XVS registered?

998 XVS is a 1961 Austin Healey, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is 998 XVS safe to buy?

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