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YLN 15

1960 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,597 mi
Last recorded76,597 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1960 Austin Healey23,698 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLN 15
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1960
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 76,597 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 76,135 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 76,126 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 75,917 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 75,203 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 73,472 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 72,536 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 71,451 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 70,423 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 24 May 2010 70,423 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Upper Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 7 May 2009 68,508 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 67,038 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 65,924 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 64,070 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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YLN 15 is a 1960 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1960 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 23,698 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 YLN 15, 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 66 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YLN 15 registered?

YLN 15 is a 1960 Austin Healey, first registered on 25 February 1960.

Is YLN 15 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLN 15 shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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