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YSU 388

1990 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,871 mi
Last recorded79,871 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Austin Healey27,526 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSU 388
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 79,871 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 79,870 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 79,718 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 79,591 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 79,410 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 79,228 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 78,949 miles

both front wiper blades deteriorating advise they be replaced

Pass 22 Jun 2011 78,819 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 78,545 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 78,545 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 78,307 miles

advise only slight movement in offside front and both rear wheel mounting bosses

exhaust mountings starting to seperate bonding detaching

Pass 17 Jun 2008 78,112 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 78,112 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 77,829 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 77,454 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 77,454 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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YSU 388 is a 1990 Austin Healey in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1990 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 27,526 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 YSU 388, 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 36 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YSU 388 registered?

YSU 388 is a 1990 Austin Healey, first registered on 14 May 1990.

Is YSU 388 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSU 388 shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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