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GYT 789J

1971 Austin Healey

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,205 mi
Last recorded3,205 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey16,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGYT 789J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015 3,205 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 3,202 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 3,189 miles

Centre exhaust mount loose

Pass 17 Apr 2013 3,165 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 2,612 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 1,800 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 1,773 miles

1. slight brake imballance on front brakes.

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

Pass 21 Nov 2007 1,726 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 1,726 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 1,540 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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GYT 789J is a 1971 Austin Healey in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GYT 789J, 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 GYT 789J registered?

GYT 789J is a 1971 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 May 1971.

Is GYT 789J safe to buy?

The MOT history for GYT 789J shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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