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SEU 207D

1998 Austin Healey 3000

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

87,730 mi
Last recorded87,730 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Austin Healey 300017,739 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSEU 207D
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 87,730 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 86,157 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 84,418 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 83,146 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 80,720 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 78,420 miles

Exhaust fouling on chassis leg

Slight play in both front suspension pins.

Pass 19 Apr 2017 76,754 miles

Play in both lower suspension arm joints.

Rear section of exhaust fouling on chassis rail.

Fail 20 Jan 2017 76,750 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 74,873 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 72,975 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 72,975 miles

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 71,019 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 70,090 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 68,724 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 66,991 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 66,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 64,135 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 64,135 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 62,716 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 60,959 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 58,259 miles

o/s and n/s king pins has small amount of play

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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SEU 207D is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000 in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1998 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 17,739 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 SEU 207D, 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 28 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SEU 207D?

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What year was SEU 207D registered?

SEU 207D is a 1998 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 23 October 1998.

Is SEU 207D safe to buy?

The MOT history for SEU 207D shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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