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BTB 609A

1963 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,386 mi
Last recorded60,386 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1963 Austin Healey 300026,130 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBTB 609A
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1963
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 60,386 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 60,040 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 59,625 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 59,385 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 59,323 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 58,814 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 58,529 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 57,917 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 57,348 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 57,348 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 56,777 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 56,777 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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BTB 609A is a 1963 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1963 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 26,130 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 BTB 609A, 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 63 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BTB 609A registered?

BTB 609A is a 1963 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 31 December 1963.

Is BTB 609A safe to buy?

The MOT history for BTB 609A shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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