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GPV 118C

1999 Austin Healey 3000

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

28,451 mi
Last recorded28,451 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Austin Healey 300045,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPV 118C
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 28,451 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 28,419 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

both front suspension king pins slight play

Pass 20 Sep 2021 28,411 miles

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

front suspension slight play in both king pins

handbrake lever travel

Fail 6 Sep 2021 28,395 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

front suspension slight play in both king pins

Pass 15 Mar 2019 28,313 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 28,303 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 28,205 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 28,144 miles

Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 28,144 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 28,125 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 28,102 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 28,100 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 May 2009 28,017 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 28,015 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,982 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 27,939 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 27,725 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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GPV 118C is a 1999 Austin Healey 3000 in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1999 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 45,025 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 GPV 118C, 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 27 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 GPV 118C registered?

GPV 118C is a 1999 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 1 February 1999.

Is GPV 118C safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPV 118C shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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