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BVG 325E

1971 Austin Healey

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2020
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,935 mi
Last recorded35,935 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey16,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVG 325E
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 35,935 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 35,920 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps one out of two bulbs not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose track rod end lock nut loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering rack retaining devices dangerously loose track rod end locking nut loose (2.1.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 35,529 miles

Offside Rear stop lamp appears dim too near side stop lamp

both king pins have slight vertical lift

floor has been patched welded various places

Fail 1 Nov 2017 35,521 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear stop lamp appears dim too near side stop lamp

both king pins have slight vertical lift

floor has been patched welded various places

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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BVG 325E is a 1971 Austin Healey in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 BVG 325E, 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

How do I check the history of BVG 325E?

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What year was BVG 325E registered?

BVG 325E is a 1971 Austin Healey, first registered on 9 November 1971.

Is BVG 325E safe to buy?

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