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LFY 453

1955 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2662cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

88,761 mi
Last recorded88,761 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2016
Typical for 1955 Austin Healey19,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLFY 453
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1955
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,662cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2016 88,761 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear tail light is brighter than n/s

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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LFY 453 is a 1955 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,662cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1955 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 19,276 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 LFY 453, 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 71 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 LFY 453 registered?

LFY 453 is a 1955 Austin Healey, first registered on 17 June 1955.

Is LFY 453 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LFY 453 shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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