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GKR 886D

1966 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,472 mi
Last recorded79,472 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1966 Austin Healey 300026,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGKR 886D
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1966
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 79,472 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 78,851 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 78,767 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2022 78,695 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 78,440 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 77,787 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 76,790 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 74,809 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 73,095 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 72,188 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 70,697 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 68,291 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 65,388 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 62,757 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 58,044 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2010 58,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 56,912 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2009 56,891 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 54,636 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 52,162 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 51,976 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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GKR 886D is a 1966 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1966 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 26,051 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 GKR 886D, 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 60 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GKR 886D?

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What year was GKR 886D registered?

GKR 886D is a 1966 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 24 June 1966.

Is GKR 886D safe to buy?

The MOT history for GKR 886D shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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