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OFS 571

1982 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2660cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

6,305 mi
Last recorded6,305 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 1982 Austin Healey9,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOFS 571
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,660cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 6,305 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 6,052 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 5,920 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 5,920 miles

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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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OFS 571 is a 1982 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,660cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1982 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 9,847 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 OFS 571, 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 44 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OFS 571?

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What year was OFS 571 registered?

OFS 571 is a 1982 Austin Healey, first registered on 21 October 1982.

Is OFS 571 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OFS 571 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OFS 571 have outstanding finance?

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