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AHU 425J

1971 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

1,919 mi
Last recorded1,919 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey16,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAHU 425J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1971
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2017 1,919 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Aug 2017 1,918 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Offside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket loose (2.4.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (2.4.A.3)

Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket inappropriately repaired (2.4.A.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 24 Apr 2014 1,916 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 1,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 1,863 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 1,611 miles

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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AHU 425J is a 1971 Austin Healey in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1971 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 16,220 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 AHU 425J, 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 55 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AHU 425J registered?

AHU 425J is a 1971 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 January 1971.

Is AHU 425J safe to buy?

The MOT history for AHU 425J shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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