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KAV 500

1954 Austin Healey

Green Petrol 2660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2011
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,747 mi
Last recorded95,747 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2010
Typical for 1954 Austin Healey23,918 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAV 500
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1954
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,660cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 7 Oct 2010 95,747 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 95,047 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 94,512 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 93,522 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 92,827 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 92,326 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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KAV 500 is a 1954 Austin Healey in Green with a 2,660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1954 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 23,918 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 KAV 500, 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 72 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAV 500?

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What year was KAV 500 registered?

KAV 500 is a 1954 Austin Healey, first registered on 12 May 1954.

Is KAV 500 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAV 500 shows 6 tests 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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