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SPY 283C

1991 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,336 mi
Last recorded14,336 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 1991 Austin Healey17,114 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPY 283C
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 14,336 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 13,917 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 10,516 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 9,123 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 8,976 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 8,868 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 8,862 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 May 2006 8,517 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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SPY 283C is a 1991 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1991 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 17,114 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 SPY 283C, 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 35 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPY 283C registered?

SPY 283C is a 1991 Austin Healey, first registered on 14 November 1991.

Is SPY 283C safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPY 283C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SPY 283C have outstanding finance?

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