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EGF 467B

1998 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,306 mi
Last recorded18,306 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2020
Typical for 1998 Austin Healey 300017,739 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGF 467B
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2020 18,306 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 16,750 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 15,703 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 13,447 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 12,041 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 11,885 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 17,506 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 10,795 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 10,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 May 2013 10,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 May 2012 9,693 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 9,414 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 8,766 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 7,780 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 7,780 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 6,975 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 6,968 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Jul 2007 5,658 miles

offside track rod end gaitors insecure

slight bind on rear brakes

Pass 5 Jul 2006 5,184 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2006 5,184 miles

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

adv steering box rough when turning

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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EGF 467B is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EGF 467B, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EGF 467B registered?

EGF 467B is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 23 December 1998.

Is EGF 467B safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGF 467B shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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