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JAS 550

1958 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2023
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2022
Typical for 1958 Austin Healey44,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAS 550
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1958
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 18 Jan 2022 2 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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JAS 550 is a 1958 Austin Healey in Red with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 44,315 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 JAS 550, 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 68 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of JAS 550?

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What year was JAS 550 registered?

JAS 550 is a 1958 Austin Healey, first registered on 11 October 1958.

Is JAS 550 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAS 550 shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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