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KYY 497C

2008 Austin Healey 3000

Green Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

4,587 mi
Last recorded4,587 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Austin Healey 300016,119 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYY 497C
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 4,587 miles

Nearside Front some freeplay in kingpin

Offside Front brake servo insecure

Pass 23 Jun 2017 4,040 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 4,019 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 3,671 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 3,441 miles

main beam tell-tale not working

Fail 15 Jun 2015 3,437 miles

Driver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

main beam tell-tale not working

Pass 18 Jun 2014 3,127 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 2,865 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 2,594 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 2,261 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 1,409 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 579 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 65 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 53 miles

Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

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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KYY 497C is a 2008 Austin Healey 3000 in Green with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2008 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 16,119 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 KYY 497C, 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 18 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was KYY 497C registered?

KYY 497C is a 2008 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is KYY 497C safe to buy?

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