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BOK 42C

1965 Austin Healey

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,168 mi
Last recorded64,168 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2022
Typical for 1965 Austin Healey35,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOK 42C
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2022 64,168 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 64,145 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 64,130 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 64,116 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 64,102 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 64,013 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 63,915 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 63,851 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 63,793 miles

rear number plate damaged

Fail 10 May 2013 63,793 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear number plate damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2011 63,772 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 May 2009 63,677 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 63,595 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

front and rear registration plates cracked

handbrake slight travel

slight play in steering idlers

Fail 24 Apr 2008 63,595 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front and rear registration plates cracked

handbrake slight travel

slight play in steering idlers

Pass 16 May 2007 63,562 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 63,457 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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BOK 42C is a 1965 Austin Healey in Green with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1965 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 35,195 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BOK 42C, 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 61 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BOK 42C registered?

BOK 42C is a 1965 Austin Healey, first registered on 15 February 1965.

Is BOK 42C safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOK 42C shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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