CarVerify

Free Car Check

UPF 20

1954 Austin Healey

Cream Petrol 2660cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

948 mi
Last recorded948 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2022
Typical for 1954 Austin Healey23,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPF 20
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1954
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,660cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2022 948 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 800 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 769 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 725 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 725 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 679 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 648 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 610 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 604 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 492 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
Full Austin Healey reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

UPF 20 is a 1954 Austin Healey in Cream with a 2,660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UPF 20, 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 UPF 20?

You can check the full history of UPF 20 by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was UPF 20 registered?

UPF 20 is a 1954 Austin Healey, first registered on 20 March 1954.

Is UPF 20 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPF 20 shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UPF 20 have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on UPF 20. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.