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Blue and White · Petrol · 1962 · 3,000 cc

YYJ 933MOT history

YYJ 933 is a blue and white petrol Austin Healey first used on 15 Oct 1990. Its MOT is valid until 3 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 50,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Apr 2027
Mileage
50,790 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YYJ 933
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Healey
Colour
Blue and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
15 Oct 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YYJ 933 was last recorded at 50,790 miles on 4 Apr 2026, 1,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,243 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,547 miles
Average per year
1,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,790 miles
  • 2025 – 49,243 miles
  • 2018 – 42,308 miles
  • 2017 – 41,191 miles
  • 2016 – 40,172 miles
  • 2015 – 38,391 miles
  • 2014 – 37,030 miles
  • 2013 – 34,770 miles
  • 2012 – 33,629 miles
  • 2011 – 32,115 miles
  • 2010 – 29,050 miles
  • 2009 – 26,942 miles
  • 2008 – 24,970 miles
  • 2006 – 22,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,790 miles
  • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPossible signs of oil at rear back plates
  • AdvisorySlight play/roughness in steering

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front click noise from caliper when applying brakes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear axle oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear brake binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear shock absorber link rubbers partially misplaced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Slight leak from steering box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,790 miles (+1,547)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    50,790 miles
    Test number
    301667861134
    • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPossible signs of oil at rear back plates
    • AdvisorySlight play/roughness in steering

  2. Pass49,243 miles (+6,935)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    49,243 miles
    Test number
    742574132144
    • MinorNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose from tank to pump very deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight wear/roughness in steering

  3. Pass42,308 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    42,308 miles
    Test number
    431888438241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryAll springs slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryDampness n/s/r drive shaft seal
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel long
    • AdvisoryPlay top steering column bush
    • AdvisorySlight play steering box and idler also dampness steering box

  4. Fail42,308 miles (+1,117)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,308 miles
    Test number
    199807117625
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryAll springs slightly rusty
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryDampness n/s/r drive shaft seal
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel long
    • AdvisoryPlay top steering column bush
    • AdvisorySlight play steering box and idler also dampness steering box

  5. Pass41,191 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,191 miles
    Test number
    570626223955
    • AdvisoryNearside Front click noise from caliper when applying brakes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber link rubbers partially misplaced
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks from gearbox/overdrive
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box & idler
    • AdvisorySlight play in top steering column bush

  6. Fail41,191 miles (+1,019)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,191 miles
    Test number
    298256728182
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush stub pin (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront slight play in both front wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryNearside Front click noise from caliper when applying brakes
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorber link rubbers partially misplaced
    • AdvisorySlight leak from steering box
    • AdvisorySlight oil leaks from gearbox/overdrive
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box & idler
    • AdvisorySlight play in top steering column bush

  7. Pass40,172 miles (+1,781)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,172 miles
    Test number
    732287186695
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub slight oil leak
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel long
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering box

  8. Pass38,391 miles (+1,361)1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,391 miles
    Test number
    679103915155
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteLift in both F Upper trunions
    • NoteO/S Seatbelt mounting point corroded (sill & floor)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOil leak N/S/R Halfshaft seal
    • NotePlay at steering wheel & column
    • NoteRear shock absorber linkage bushes worn

  9. Pass37,030 miles1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    37,030 miles
    Test number
    637429924172
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake long
    • NoteN/s/r wheel cylinder moving
    • NoteOil leak at n/s/r hub seal
    • NoteRear shock link bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel beaings
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel adjuster
    • NoteSlight rust seatbelt area

  10. Fail37,030 miles (+2,260)3 failures1 advisory7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,030 miles
    Test number
    999547524163
    • FailureFuel pipe excessively chafed (7.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSteering wheel retaining device missing (2.1.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake long
    • NoteN/s/r wheel cylinder moving
    • NoteOil leak at n/s/r hub seal
    • NoteRear shock link bushes deteriorated
    • NoteSlight play in front wheel beaings
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel adjuster
    • NoteSlight rust seatbelt area

  11. Pass34,770 miles (+1,141)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    34,770 miles
    Test number
    567439113122
    • NoteSlight deterioration o/s track rod end boot

  12. Pass33,629 miles (+1,514)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    33,629 miles
    Test number
    939000832176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak at n/s/r back plate (halfshaft seal ? )

  13. Pass32,115 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    32,115 miles
    Test number
    125635921143
    • NoteOil leak n/s/r not contaminating brake

  14. Fail32,095 miles (+3,045)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,095 miles
    Test number
    965310021175
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOil leak n/s/r not contaminating brake

  15. Pass29,050 miles (+2,108)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    29,050 miles
    Test number
    492376900147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass26,942 miles (+1,972)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    26,942 miles
    Test number
    241098209416
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteF Trunions worn

  17. Pass24,970 miles (+2,052)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,970 miles
    Test number
    390937488049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay at steering wheel just within limit
    • NoteVarious f suspension joints worn

  18. Pass22,918 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    22,918 miles
    Test number
    353184366449
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight wear in n/s top trunion ,Free play at steering wheel at max permitted

Questions about YYJ 933

What vehicle is registration YYJ 933 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YYJ 933 on a blue and white petrol Austin Healey first used on 15 Oct 1990. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does YYJ 933 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YYJ 933 is valid until 3 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on YYJ 933?
The MOT on YYJ 933 is valid until 3 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YYJ 933 done?
YYJ 933 was recorded at 50,790 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2026, an average of 1,427 miles a year.
Has YYJ 933 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YYJ 933 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on YYJ 933 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on YYJ 933 find?
YYJ 933 passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside inner track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; brake pipe slightly damaged front to rear, and 2 more.

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