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WSU 804

1961 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

32,414 mi
Last recorded32,414 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2020
Typical for 1961 Austin Healey 300025,086 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 804
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1961
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2020 32,414 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 32,139 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 30,092 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 28,263 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 26,273 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,884 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 21,212 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Fail 2 Apr 2012 21,212 miles

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Pass 6 May 2011 21,075 miles

Oil leak

bump stops corrodded

Fail 20 Apr 2011 21,075 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Oil leak

bump stops corrodded

Pass 4 Apr 2007 16,352 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2007 16,352 miles

Front Steering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 14,738 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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WSU 804 is a 1961 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1961 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 25,086 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 3000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WSU 804, 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 65 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 WSU 804 registered?

WSU 804 is a 1961 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 31 December 1961.

Is WSU 804 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 804 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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