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BTJ 557J

1970 Austin Healey Unknown

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2018
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,720 mi
Last recorded6,720 miles
Recorded on13 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTJ 557J
MakeAustin Healey
ModelUnknown
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 13 May 2017 6,720 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 6,177 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Unknown?

Based on 738 MOT tests across 336 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
316
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
336
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 8
Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 8
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 7
parking brake recording little or no effort 6
Headlamp not working on main beam 6
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BTJ 557J is a 1970 Austin Healey Unknown in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Unknown fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BTJ 557J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Healey Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BTJ 557J registered?

BTJ 557J is a 1970 Austin Healey Unknown, first registered on 13 November 1970.

Is BTJ 557J safe to buy?

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