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FGP 437C

1965 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

61,687 mi
Last recorded61,687 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 1965 Austin Healey35,195 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFGP 437C
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1965
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 61,687 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2026 61,680 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Trunnion (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By suspension arm (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength In front of leaf spring mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength By suspension arm bolt- inner wheel arch holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox /Rear Axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 61,012 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Wing panel holed & corroded

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox/Rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 61,012 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Wing panel holed & corroded

Offside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Bush perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox/Rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 10 May 2023 57,505 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 4 May 2023 57,505 miles

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 54,081 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 52,858 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 50,927 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 47,270 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 42,892 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 38,248 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 35,160 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 31,448 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 27,221 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 23,271 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,741 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 16,268 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 16,268 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 10,808 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 6,229 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2008

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 1,686 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 97,471 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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FGP 437C is a 1965 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 FGP 437C, 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 FGP 437C registered?

FGP 437C is a 1965 Austin Healey, first registered on 2 December 1965.

Is FGP 437C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FGP 437C shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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