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REU 95E

1996 Austin Healey

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

8,440 mi
Last recorded8,440 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Austin Healey7,486 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREU 95E
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2019 8,440 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 8,235 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 7,578 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Oil leak from rear of engine ()

Pass 3 Jun 2016 7,270 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 6,844 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 6,570 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 6,142 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 5,819 miles

Nearside Front Upper Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Upper Intermediate drop arm damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 5,433 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 5,239 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 5,126 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 5,048 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 4,668 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.C2)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 4,668 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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REU 95E is a 1996 Austin Healey in Green with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1996 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 7,486 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 REU 95E, 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 30 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was REU 95E registered?

REU 95E is a 1996 Austin Healey, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is REU 95E safe to buy?

The MOT history for REU 95E shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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