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BHX 966A

1987 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

14,085 mi
Last recorded14,085 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Austin Healey14,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHX 966A
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 14,085 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 14,051 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 13,936 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 13,873 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 13,487 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 13,051 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 12,381 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 12,313 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 12,149 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 11,876 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 11,641 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 11,549 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 11,257 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 10,844 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 10,844 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 10,830 miles

Offside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 24 May 2010 10,473 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 10,241 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,871 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 9,838 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 8,372 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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BHX 966A is a 1987 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1987 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 14,747 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 BHX 966A, 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 39 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 BHX 966A registered?

BHX 966A is a 1987 Austin Healey, first registered on 16 June 1987.

Is BHX 966A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHX 966A shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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