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HVK 873C

1965 Austin Healey Unknown

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

61,253 mi
Last recorded61,253 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVK 873C
MakeAustin Healey
ModelUnknown
Year1965
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 61,253 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 61,120 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 60,580 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2020 60,575 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 60,482 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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HVK 873C is a 1965 Austin Healey Unknown in Green with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Unknown fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HVK 873C, 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 61 years old, this Austin Healey Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HVK 873C?

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What year was HVK 873C registered?

HVK 873C is a 1965 Austin Healey Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1965.

Is HVK 873C safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVK 873C shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HVK 873C have outstanding finance?

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