48 Model Years Analyzed
Austin Healey
MOT Pass Rate & Statistics
Average pass rate across all model years (1954-2021), based on 211 DVSA recorded tests.
91.5%
Average Pass Rate
48
Model Years
0k
Tests Analyzed
Most Tested Year
1960 Austin Healey MOT Pass Rate & Common Failures
Pass Rate by Year
1 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
2 tests
5 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
2 tests
1 tests
1 tests
2 tests
3 tests
1 tests
2 tests
2 tests
2 tests
3 tests
3 tests
2 tests
5 tests
8 tests
6 tests
5 tests
1 tests
4 tests
1 tests
1 tests
3 tests
2 tests
2 tests
6 tests
1 tests
13 tests
10 tests
17 tests
9 tests
6 tests
7 tests
12 tests
20 tests
17 tests
1 tests
3 tests
2 tests
7 tests
2 tests
Most Common Failures Across All Years
- 1Fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users
- 2A wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud
- 3A wheel bearing excessively rough
- 4The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired
- 5Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake
Understand these MOT advisories
Structure
Corrosion advisory
GBP 150-500 for small welding repairs, GBP 800+ for structural or repeated corrosion
Brakes
Brake pipe corroded
GBP 120-350 per section, more if multiple lines need replacing
Suspension
Suspension bush worn
GBP 100-300 per side, depending on whether the bush or full arm is replaced
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average MOT pass rate for a Austin Healey?
The Austin Healey has an average 91.5% MOT pass rate across model years 1954 to 2021, based on DVSA test data.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Austin Healey?
The most common MOT failure reasons for the Austin Healey across all years are: fluid leaking excessively and likely to harm the environment or to pose a safety risk to other road users, a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud, a wheel bearing excessively rough. These are typical wear items that can often be checked and addressed before your test.
Which Austin Healey year has the best MOT pass rate?
MOT pass rates vary by year - newer models typically have higher pass rates. Check our year-by-year breakdown above to compare pass rates for specific Austin Healey model years.