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VSU 901

1962 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

503 mi
Last recorded503 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1962 Austin Healey 300020,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSU 901
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1962
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 503 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 297 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 278 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 108 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 81 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey 3000?

Based on 8,988 MOT tests across 851 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
367
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
851
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 141
Stop lamp not working 129
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
brake binding 94
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 78
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VSU 901 is a 1962 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1962 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 20,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Healey 3000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VSU 901, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey 3000 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 64 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VSU 901 registered?

VSU 901 is a 1962 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 31 December 1962.

Is VSU 901 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSU 901 shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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