MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,128 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Nearside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Offside Lower Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
Offside Outer Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)
How Reliable is the Austin Healey?
Based on 11,605 MOT tests across 1,365 vehicles.
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EX 8500 is a 1980 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1980 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 28,676 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 EX 8500, 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 46 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 EX 8500?
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What year was EX 8500 registered?
EX 8500 is a 1980 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 October 1980.
Is EX 8500 safe to buy?
The MOT history for EX 8500 shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does EX 8500 have outstanding finance?
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