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5730 PJ

1963 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,248 mi
Last recorded52,248 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 1963 Austin Healey43,221 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration5730 PJ
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1963
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2017 52,248 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 52,172 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 52,172 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 52,122 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 52,122 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 52,022 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 51,934 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 51,934 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 51,806 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 51,500 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 51,357 miles

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

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

slight binding on o/s/f brake

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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5730 PJ is a 1963 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1963 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.6% with a typical mileage of 43,221 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 5730 PJ, 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 63 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 5730 PJ registered?

5730 PJ is a 1963 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 April 1963.

Is 5730 PJ safe to buy?

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