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OPM 66

1959 Austin Healey

Green Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,392 mi
Last recorded37,392 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2011
Typical for 1959 Austin Healey18,984 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPM 66
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1959
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2011 37,392 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 37,098 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 6,929 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 5,067 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 3,944 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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OPM 66 is a 1959 Austin Healey in Green with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.3% with a typical mileage of 18,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OPM 66, 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 67 years old, this Austin Healey is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPM 66?

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What year was OPM 66 registered?

OPM 66 is a 1959 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 January 1959.

Is OPM 66 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPM 66 shows 5 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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