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VCF 233K

1971 Austin Healey

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

7,245 mi
Last recorded7,245 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey16,220 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCF 233K
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 7,245 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 7,225 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 7,191 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2023 7,185 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 7,142 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 6,981 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 6,828 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 6,716 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 6,286 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 5,817 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 5,533 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 5,376 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 5,191 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2013 4,923 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

differential oil leak

nearside front brake squeeling loudly when brakes used

offside outer steering rack clip missing

Pass 28 Aug 2012 4,725 miles

offside steering rack boot outer clip missing

Pass 25 Aug 2011 4,534 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 4,293 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 3,939 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 3,650 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 3,460 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 3,459 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 3,214 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 3,214 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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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VCF 233K is a 1971 Austin Healey in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1971 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.6% with a typical mileage of 16,220 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 VCF 233K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCF 233K registered?

VCF 233K is a 1971 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is VCF 233K safe to buy?

The MOT history for VCF 233K shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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