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YVK 390J

1970 Austin Healey

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

80,230 mi
Last recorded80,230 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Healey24,738 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVK 390J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 80,230 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 80,138 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 79,551 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear axl

Fail 20 Apr 2015 79,551 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear axl

Pass 8 May 2014 79,196 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 79,196 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 79,185 miles
Pass 13 May 2012 79,169 miles
Pass 8 May 2011 79,161 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 79,158 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 79,158 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2008 8,724 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 8,722 miles
Pass 29 May 2006 8,712 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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YVK 390J is a 1970 Austin Healey in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 24,738 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YVK 390J, 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 56 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YVK 390J registered?

YVK 390J is a 1970 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is YVK 390J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVK 390J 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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