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TFE 46

1962 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,929 mi
Last recorded40,929 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2011
Typical for 1962 Austin Healey28,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFE 46
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2011 40,929 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 40,345 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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TFE 46 is a 1962 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 28,102 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 TFE 46, 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 64 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TFE 46 registered?

TFE 46 is a 1962 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 March 1962.

Is TFE 46 safe to buy?

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