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ABH 159C

1990 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

4,182 mi
Last recorded4,182 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2025
Typical for 1990 Austin Healey 300032,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationABH 159C
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2025 4,182 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 1,539 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 543 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2015 96,918 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 96,918 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2014 95,385 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine oil leaks

slight play in steering box

Pass 24 Jul 2014 95,385 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

engine oil leaks

slight play in steering box

Pass 1 Aug 2013 93,695 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2012 92,214 miles

play in both front wheels

slight play in steering box

Fail 27 Jul 2012 92,214 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

play in both front wheels

slight play in steering box

Pass 26 Jul 2011 90,678 miles

slight play at both front wheels

slight play in steering box

Pass 23 Jul 2010 89,560 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2010 89,560 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 88,340 miles

o/s inner + outer sill in a poor condition

slight leak + play in steering box

Fail 29 Jul 2008 87,422 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

corrosion starting in sills + chassis

slight leak + knock from steering rack

Pass 29 Jul 2008 87,422 miles

corrosion starting in sills + chassis

slight leak + knock from steering rack

Pass 2 Aug 2007 85,906 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 83,775 miles

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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ABH 159C is a 1990 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1990 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 32,806 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 ABH 159C, 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 36 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ABH 159C registered?

ABH 159C is a 1990 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 23 July 1990.

Is ABH 159C safe to buy?

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