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XRU 100

1999 Austin Healey

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,615 mi
Last recorded36,615 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2017
Typical for 1999 Austin Healey10,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXRU 100
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2017 36,615 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear nearside and offside rear chassis

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 35,392 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 35,195 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 35,169 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 34,937 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 34,937 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 33,540 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 33,116 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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XRU 100 is a 1999 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 1999 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 10,442 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 XRU 100, 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 27 years old, this Austin Healey is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was XRU 100 registered?

XRU 100 is a 1999 Austin Healey, first registered on 22 October 1999.

Is XRU 100 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XRU 100 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.

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