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358 CXL

1998 Austin Healey 3000

Cream Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

155 mi
Last recorded155 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2017
Typical for 1998 Austin Healey 300017,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration358 CXL
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1998
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2017 155 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 118 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 118 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 92 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 5 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey 3000?

Based on 8,988 MOT tests across 851 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
367
Miles/Year
67
Year Lifespan
851
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 141
Stop lamp not working 129
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96
brake binding 94
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 78
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358 CXL is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000 in Cream with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,739 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 3000 fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 141 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 358 CXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey 3000 typically stays on UK roads for around 67 years. At 28 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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How do I check the history of 358 CXL?

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What year was 358 CXL registered?

358 CXL is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 16 November 1998.

Is 358 CXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 358 CXL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 358 CXL have outstanding finance?

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