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LSV 891

1985 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

87,061 mi
Last recorded87,061 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 1985 Austin Healey 300083,751 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSV 891
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 87,061 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 86,831 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 86,584 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 86,160 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 86,160 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 85,596 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 85,596 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 85,225 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 84,991 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 84,551 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 84,551 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 84,004 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 83,601 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 82,653 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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LSV 891 is a 1985 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1985 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 83,751 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 LSV 891, 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 41 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LSV 891?

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What year was LSV 891 registered?

LSV 891 is a 1985 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 11 November 1985.

Is LSV 891 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSV 891 shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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