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USU 346

1989 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

16,676 mi
Last recorded16,676 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Healey27,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 346
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,196cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 16,676 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 16,676 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 16,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 15,698 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 15,523 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 15,355 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 15,355 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 15,062 miles

both front brake disc`s corroded

nearside front brake pad worn thin

play / wear in steering components

rear shock absorbers leaking

steering box leaking

Fail 2 Jun 2011 15,057 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Front discs rusty on inner face

Oil leaks from gearbox

Oil sweating from steering box

Play in steering

Pass 14 Dec 2010 15,032 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/r hubseal leaking

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 9 Dec 2010 15,032 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

o/s/r hubseal leaking

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 14,498 miles

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 2 Dec 2009 14,498 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 3 Dec 2008 13,759 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 13,759 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 13,418 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 13,391 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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USU 346 is a 1989 Austin Healey in Red with a 2,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 27,492 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 USU 346, 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 37 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was USU 346 registered?

USU 346 is a 1989 Austin Healey, first registered on 20 November 1989.

Is USU 346 safe to buy?

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