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KBF 140C

1989 Austin Healey

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

87,415 mi
Last recorded87,415 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Healey27,492 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBF 140C
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1989
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2017 87,415 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 84,645 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 83,412 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 83,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2013 80,701 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 78,315 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 74,949 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 72,732 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey?

Based on 11,605 MOT tests across 1,365 vehicles.

84.6%
Pass Rate
346
Miles/Year
73
Year Lifespan
1,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 196
brake binding 162
Stop lamp not working 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 149
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 124
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KBF 140C is a 1989 Austin Healey in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1989 Austin Healey models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 27,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Healey fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 196 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KBF 140C, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey typically stays on UK roads for around 73 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Healey is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KBF 140C registered?

KBF 140C is a 1989 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is KBF 140C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBF 140C shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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