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SFO 675

1996 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,053 mi
Last recorded27,053 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2021
Typical for 1996 Austin Healey 300021,809 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSFO 675
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2021 27,053 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 26,643 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 26,128 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 25,252 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 24,242 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 22,991 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 21,809 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 20,265 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

Pass 18 Sep 2012 17,256 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 14,711 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 11,121 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 9,051 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 6,617 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2007 4,890 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 1,753 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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SFO 675 is a 1996 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 21,809 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 SFO 675, 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 30 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 SFO 675?

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What year was SFO 675 registered?

SFO 675 is a 1996 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 1 November 1996.

Is SFO 675 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SFO 675 shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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