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SKH 657B

2005 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

45,603 mi
Last recorded45,603 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Austin Healey 300022,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKH 657B
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 45,603 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 45,374 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 45,169 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 45,153 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 45,074 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 44,586 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 44,557 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 44,268 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 44,072 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 43,840 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 43,771 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 43,619 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 4,351 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2012 4,351 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Indicator switch missing (1.4.A.1)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6) DANGEROUS

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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SKH 657B is a 2005 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 92.9%.

Across all 2005 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.6% with a typical mileage of 22,685 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 SKH 657B, 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 21 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 SKH 657B?

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What year was SKH 657B registered?

SKH 657B is a 2005 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is SKH 657B safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKH 657B shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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