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MSV 347

1987 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

6,587 mi
Last recorded6,587 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 1987 Austin Healey14,747 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMSV 347
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 6,587 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 6,471 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 6,214 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 6,179 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 6,142 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 6,142 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2014 6,096 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 6,046 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 6,040 miles

minor corrosion at front discs

slight lift at o/s stub axle

slight wear at steering drop arm

Pass 10 Oct 2011 6,009 miles

Offside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 5,991 miles

n/s wiper blade splitting

Pass 18 Jun 2009 5,929 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 5,913 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 5,882 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2007

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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MSV 347 is a 1987 Austin Healey in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 MSV 347, 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 MSV 347 registered?

MSV 347 is a 1987 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 May 1987.

Is MSV 347 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MSV 347 shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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