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XSJ 463

1956 Austin Healey

Blue Petrol 2612cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

8,949 mi
Last recorded8,949 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1956 Austin Healey10,812 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXSJ 463
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1956
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,612cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 8,949 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 6,597 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 4,857 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 4,857 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 3,448 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 1,224 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 1,212 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

offside rear tyre perished on inner wall

Pass 16 Apr 2013 1,212 miles

offside rear tyre perished on inner wall

Pass 23 Mar 2012 7,570 miles

offside rear tyre perished on inner wall

Fail 19 Mar 2012 7,570 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever insecure (3.1.3b)

Parking brake lever is fouling adjacent parts of the vehicle (3.1.6b)

offside rear tyre appears to be fouling inner wing

offside rear tyre perished on inner wall

Pass 11 Apr 2011 5,461 miles

o/s aim low

oil dripping from bell housing

slight play ing steering colum top bush

water leaking from over flow correoding chassis

Pass 7 May 2010 3,416 miles

both rear hub oil seals leaking

Fail 7 May 2010 3,416 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

both rear hub oil seals leaking

Pass 2 Apr 2009 1,723 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 1,164 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2008 1,164 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

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

Pass 20 Apr 2007 25,298 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 24,735 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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XSJ 463 is a 1956 Austin Healey in Blue with a 2,612cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1956 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 10,812 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 XSJ 463, 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 70 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 XSJ 463?

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What year was XSJ 463 registered?

XSJ 463 is a 1956 Austin Healey, first registered on 30 December 1956.

Is XSJ 463 safe to buy?

The MOT history for XSJ 463 shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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