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ABH 133C

1989 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

91,196 mi
Last recorded91,196 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2024
Typical for 1989 Austin Healey27,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABH 133C
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2024 91,196 miles

Front Both NS and OS, Suspension components have slight play.

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both NS and OS. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tested as 1965, NOT 1989.

Pass 11 Nov 2022 88,557 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 86,136 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 85,027 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 84,623 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 83,745 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 83,106 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 82,456 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 82,383 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 6 Apr 2011 82,369 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 82,193 miles

Slight blow from rear exhaust clamp. Slight play in both front wheel bearings. Slight excess travel on handbrake.

Pass 21 Apr 2009 81,540 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 81,390 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 80,148 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 79,732 miles

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

oil leak

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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ABH 133C is a 1989 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 27,492 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 ABH 133C, 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 37 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ABH 133C registered?

ABH 133C is a 1989 Austin Healey, first registered on 3 November 1989.

Is ABH 133C safe to buy?

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