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KBD 130C

1999 Austin Healey 3000

Black Petrol 2922cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

27,125 mi
Last recorded27,125 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Austin Healey 300045,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBD 130C
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,922cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 27,125 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 25,241 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2019 21,377 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Indicator switch inoperative no switch (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2017 20,712 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 20,519 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 20,424 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 20,010 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 19,898 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 19,734 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 19,546 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2010 19,546 miles

Nearside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 19,298 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 18,323 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Slight misting Of Oil O/s/r Axle Seal

Pass 29 Mar 2007 18,089 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2007 18,089 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 17,886 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2006 17,886 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Upper Steering box cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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KBD 130C is a 1999 Austin Healey 3000 in Black with a 2,922cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KBD 130C, 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.

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What year was KBD 130C registered?

KBD 130C is a 1999 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 1 April 1999.

Is KBD 130C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBD 130C shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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