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GSK 239

1991 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,821 mi
Last recorded1,821 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 1991 Austin Healey17,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSK 239
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 1,821 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 1,805 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 1,499 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 1,433 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 1,209 miles

steering box slight dampness

Pass 13 Jul 2010 921 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 920 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)

Pass 28 May 2008 856 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 855 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivot(s) or their associated mountings locking device insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 17 May 2007 485 miles

rear anti roll bar missing

Fail 28 Apr 2007 453 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

rear anti roll bar missing

Pass 11 Oct 2005 60 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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GSK 239 is a 1991 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 17,114 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 GSK 239, 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 35 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GSK 239 registered?

GSK 239 is a 1991 Austin Healey, first registered on 7 May 1991.

Is GSK 239 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSK 239 shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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