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FNN 562C

1989 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

14,236 mi
Last recorded14,236 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2018
Typical for 1989 Austin Healey 300035,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNN 562C
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2018 14,236 miles

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 14,236 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 14,148 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Slight oil leak from offside rear hub area

Pass 25 Apr 2016 13,248 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 11,658 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 10,576 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 9,445 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 7,831 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 5,485 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 2,057 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 83,375 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Fail 1 Jun 2009 83,375 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 83,375 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 83,346 miles

STEERING BOX FREE PLAY AT STEERING WHEEL, IN LEGAL TOLERANCE.

Pass 17 Nov 2006 83,291 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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FNN 562C is a 1989 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,842 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 FNN 562C, 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 37 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FNN 562C registered?

FNN 562C is a 1989 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 8 December 1989.

Is FNN 562C safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNN 562C shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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