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ALW 485B

1979 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,736 mi
Last recorded22,736 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALW 485B
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 22,736 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 22,661 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 22,469 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 22,105 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 21,845 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2020 21,589 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 20,906 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 19,958 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 19,342 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 19,116 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 18,562 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 18,339 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 17,637 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 16,809 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 16,505 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 16,054 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 15,348 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 15,118 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 14,360 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 13,235 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2005 12,913 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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ALW 485B is a 1979 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ALW 485B, 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 47 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ALW 485B?

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What year was ALW 485B registered?

ALW 485B is a 1979 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 September 1979.

Is ALW 485B safe to buy?

The MOT history for ALW 485B shows 21 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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