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GVV 879

1983 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2639cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,662 mi
Last recorded10,662 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVV 879
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,639cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Nov 2015 10,662 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 9,456 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 8,706 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 7,444 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 5,896 miles

Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Road wheel fitment has slight wear between wheel and hub spigot mounting. (4.2.B.5)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 5,861 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 5,698 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 5,592 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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GVV 879 is a 1983 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,639cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GVV 879, 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 43 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 GVV 879 registered?

GVV 879 is a 1983 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 January 1983.

Is GVV 879 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVV 879 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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