MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,173 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
Offside 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.
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BGS 947A is a 1996 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1996 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 7,486 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 BGS 947A, 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 30 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BGS 947A?
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What year was BGS 947A registered?
BGS 947A is a 1996 Austin Healey, first registered on 6 December 1996.
Is BGS 947A safe to buy?
The MOT history for BGS 947A shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BGS 947A have outstanding finance?
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