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YBK 990

1961 Austin Healey 3000

Blue Petrol 2912cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,305 mi
Last recorded9,305 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1961 Austin Healey 300025,086 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYBK 990
MakeAustin Healey
Model3000
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,912cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2026 9,305 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 8,445 miles

All tyres 10 yr old recommend replacement 7 yr

Pass 13 May 2024 8,314 miles

All tyres 9 yr old

Pass 26 Apr 2023 7,822 miles

All Tyres are 8 year old Recommend replacement at 7 year old

Pass 23 Mar 2022 7,465 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 7,104 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 6,559 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 5,555 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 5,234 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 4,746 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 2,445 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 2,020 miles

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

near side front anti roll bar link rubbing in suspension arm

Pass 23 Aug 2013 1,346 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 1,138 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 1,040 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 988 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 979 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 868 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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YBK 990 is a 1961 Austin Healey 3000 in Blue with a 2,912cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1961 Austin Healey 3000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 25,086 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 YBK 990, 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 65 years old, this Austin Healey 3000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YBK 990 registered?

YBK 990 is a 1961 Austin Healey 3000, first registered on 16 October 1961.

Is YBK 990 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YBK 990 shows 18 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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