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OSU 557

1989 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2025
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,697 mi
Last recorded7,697 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2024
Typical for 1989 Austin Healey 300035,842 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOSU 557
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2024 7,697 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 5,879 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 5,875 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 5,609 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 394 miles

lights tested to original spec

Pass 10 Aug 2006 3,860 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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OSU 557 is a 1989 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OSU 557, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OSU 557?

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What year was OSU 557 registered?

OSU 557 is a 1989 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 13 April 1989.

Is OSU 557 safe to buy?

The MOT history for OSU 557 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OSU 557 have outstanding finance?

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