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AYZ 100

1953 Austin Healey Unknown

Red Petrol 2660cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,662 mi
Last recorded88,662 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAYZ 100
MakeAustin Healey
ModelUnknown
Year1953
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,660cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 88,662 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 88,656 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2025 88,656 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 88,655 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Unknown?

Based on 738 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 8
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7
parking brake recording little or no effort 6
Headlamp not working on main beam 6
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AYZ 100 is a 1953 Austin Healey Unknown in Red with a 2,660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Unknown fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AYZ 100, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 73 years old, this Austin Healey Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AYZ 100?

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What year was AYZ 100 registered?

AYZ 100 is a 1953 Austin Healey Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1953.

Is AYZ 100 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AYZ 100 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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