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KBY 96C

1989 Austin Healey

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

28,451 mi
Last recorded28,451 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 1989 Austin Healey27,492 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKBY 96C
MakeAustin
ModelHealey
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 28,451 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 28,388 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 28,387 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 28,331 miles

slight play in steering idler

Pass 14 Oct 2014 28,299 miles

slight play in o/s/f steering idler

Pass 20 Nov 2013 28,252 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 28,008 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 27,749 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 27,475 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 27,187 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2009 27,185 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 10 Dec 2008 26,802 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 26,475 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2006 26,333 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 26,263 miles

slight play in steering idler.

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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KBY 96C is a 1989 Austin Healey in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KBY 96C, 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 KBY 96C registered?

KBY 96C is a 1989 Austin Healey, first registered on 1 November 1989.

Is KBY 96C safe to buy?

The MOT history for KBY 96C shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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