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NYB 952E

1990 Austin Healey 3000

Green Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

53,292 mi
Last recorded53,292 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Austin Healey 300032,806 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNYB 952E
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 53,292 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 53,133 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 52,658 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 52,962 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 52,305 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 52,305 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 52,226 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 51,936 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 51,585 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2013 51,569 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 51,347 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 51,341 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front wheels loose

Pass 14 Jun 2011 50,771 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 49,996 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 49,469 miles

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

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 27 May 2008 48,834 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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NYB 952E is a 1990 Austin Healey 3000 in Green with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1990 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 32,806 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 NYB 952E, 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 36 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 NYB 952E?

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What year was NYB 952E registered?

NYB 952E is a 1990 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 9 April 1990.

Is NYB 952E safe to buy?

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