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FTE 303J

1971 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,335 mi
Last recorded76,335 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2011
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey16,220 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFTE 303J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2011 76,335 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f stub pin slight movement on lower joint

Fail 28 Feb 2011 76,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f stub pin slight movement on lower joint

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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FTE 303J is a 1971 Austin Healey in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 FTE 303J, 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.

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What year was FTE 303J registered?

FTE 303J is a 1971 Austin Healey, first registered on 16 June 1971.

Is FTE 303J safe to buy?

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