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UAC 277

1956 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,164 mi
Last recorded51,164 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2014
Typical for 1956 Austin Healey10,812 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAC 277
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,660cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2014 51,164 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 47,939 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2013 47,938 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 46,261 miles

rad leaking

rough running

slight play in n/s/front lower trunion

Fail 25 Jul 2012 46,261 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

rad leaking

rough running

slight play in n/s/front lower trunion

Pass 10 Jun 2011 43,813 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 108,245 miles

OFFSIDE REAR SUSPENSION TRAMP BAR SLIGHTLY BENT.

Oil leak

SLIGHT PLAY NEARSIDE FRONT WHEEL BEARING.

Pass 18 Jun 2009 38,195 miles

air filter blocked

hand brake travel high

indicators slightly white

Pass 12 Jun 2008 36,674 miles

COOLANT LEAK

Fail 12 Jun 2008 36,674 miles

COOLANT LEAK

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 31,744 miles

front exhaust mount in very poor condition

headlamp bulbs fitted incorrectly causing poor beam image

slight play in n/s/front wheel bearing

Pass 15 May 2006 30,409 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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UAC 277 is a 1956 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1956 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 10,812 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 UAC 277, 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 70 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 UAC 277?

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What year was UAC 277 registered?

UAC 277 is a 1956 Austin Healey, first registered on 16 April 1956.

Is UAC 277 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAC 277 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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