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AFM 678A

2006 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

519 mi
Last recorded519 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Austin Healey 30007,340 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAFM 678A
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 519 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019
Pass 11 May 2017 79,907 miles

slight exhaust blow on joints

slight play in front hubs

Pass 1 Jul 2016 79,877 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 79,877 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 79,815 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2015 79,814 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 79,611 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 79,436 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 79,252 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 76,893 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 78,399 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 78,399 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 77,991 miles

REQUIRES GROMMETS IN WATER PIPE AND STERRING COLUMN AT BULKHEAD

SLIGHT OIL LEAK FROM REAR AXLE OUTER SEALS

Pass 26 Mar 2008 77,619 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 76,997 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 76,581 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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AFM 678A is a 2006 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2006 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 7,340 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 AFM 678A, 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 20 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AFM 678A registered?

AFM 678A is a 2006 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 14 March 2006.

Is AFM 678A safe to buy?

The MOT history for AFM 678A shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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