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JBC 738D

1992 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,384 mi
Last recorded44,384 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 1992 Austin Healey 300036,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBC 738D
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 44,384 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 44,384 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 43,242 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 42,097 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 42,097 miles

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 40,820 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 39,395 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 38,093 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 38,093 miles

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 36,492 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 35,160 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 33,691 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 32,239 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014

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

Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 28,075 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 26,519 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 24,751 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,216 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 20,225 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 19,987 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 19,680 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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JBC 738D is a 1992 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1992 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 36,542 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 JBC 738D, 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 34 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JBC 738D registered?

JBC 738D is a 1992 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 3 September 1992.

Is JBC 738D safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBC 738D shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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