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TSJ 427

1998 Austin Healey 3000

Grey Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,096 mi
Last recorded67,096 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2008
Typical for 1998 Austin Healey 300017,739 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSJ 427
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2008 67,096 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2008 67,096 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 May 2007 66,744 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2005 66,486 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2005 66,486 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

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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TSJ 427 is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000 in Grey with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,739 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 TSJ 427, 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 28 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TSJ 427 registered?

TSJ 427 is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is TSJ 427 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSJ 427 shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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