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YSY 251

1997 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,489 mi
Last recorded66,489 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Austin Healey42,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYSY 251
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 66,489 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2012 66,464 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 66,464 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 56,464 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 56,464 miles

bolt missing from g/box restraining bar

c/slave cyl lower bolt missing

offside front towing eye bolt missing

Pass 23 Jun 2006 66,464 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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YSY 251 is a 1997 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 42,559 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 YSY 251, 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 29 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 YSY 251 registered?

YSY 251 is a 1997 Austin Healey, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is YSY 251 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YSY 251 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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