Austin Healey 3000

Red · Petrol · 1961 · 3,000 cc

DSK 994MOT history

DSK 994 is a red petrol Austin Healey 3000 first used on 12 Mar 1992. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
89,400 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DSK 994
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin Healey
Model
3000
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
12 Mar 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DSK 994 was last recorded at 89,400 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Sept 2017: 51,917 miles, lower than 81,167 miles on 9 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,399 miles · 30 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,400 miles
  • 2025 – 88,949 miles
  • 2023 – 88,008 miles
  • 2022 – 87,512 miles
  • 2020 – 86,000 miles
  • 2019 – 85,217 miles
  • 2018 – 81,986 miles
  • 2017 – 81,920 miles
  • 2016 – 81,167 miles
  • 2015 – 80,613 miles
  • 2014 – 79,466 miles
  • 2013 – 75,697 miles
  • 2010 – 75,697 miles
  • 2009 – 75,697 miles
  • 2008 – 75,587 miles
  • 2007 – 75,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,400 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front king pin has slight wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,400 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    89,400 miles
    Test number
    437141773603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail89,399 miles (+450)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,399 miles
    Test number
    708619986626
    • DangerousFluid leaking continuously posing a serious risk to road safety fuel leak at pump (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated handbrake lever travel (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass88,949 miles (+941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    88,949 miles
    Test number
    429564214322
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass88,008 miles (+496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    88,008 miles
    Test number
    946742715597
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,512 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    87,512 miles
    Test number
    902182864071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel near to excessive

  6. Fail87,512 miles (+1,512)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,512 miles
    Test number
    929587890179
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryParking brake travel near to excessive

  7. Pass86,000 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    86,000 miles
    Test number
    584004871740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass85,217 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,217 miles
    Test number
    915781083527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front king pin has slight wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail85,215 miles (+3,229)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,215 miles
    Test number
    271779484458
    • MajorParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front king pin has slight wear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass81,986 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    81,986 miles
    Test number
    250845253312
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play king pin (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  11. Pass81,920 miles (+30,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    81,920 miles
    Test number
    624885968369
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  12. Fail51,917 miles (-29,250)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,917 miles
    Test number
    932094455670
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  13. Pass81,167 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    81,167 miles
    Test number
    707903536048
    • AdvisoryFree play in steering box, not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front chassis corroded, not prescribed areas

  14. Fail81,165 miles (+552)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,165 miles
    Test number
    269901416983
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFree play in steering box, not excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front chassis corroded, not prescribed area's

  15. Pass80,613 miles (+1,147)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,613 miles
    Test number
    227856710699
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner/outer sill area (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner /outer sill rusted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner/outer sill rusted

  16. Pass79,466 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,466 miles
    Test number
    125264344234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe perrished at front
    • NoteNearside and offside front body corroded, not prescribed area's

  17. Fail79,456 miles (+3,759)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,456 miles
    Test number
    497851634290
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe perrished at front
    • NoteNearside and offside front body corroded, not prescribed area's

  18. Pass75,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    547309133207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,697 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    945806723291
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass75,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    690520660291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail75,697 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    873911350249
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass75,697 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    411176719256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to near side rear sill needs attention
    • NoteSlight leak to rear axle oil seal
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  23. Fail75,697 miles (+110)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,697 miles
    Test number
    564856219291
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCorrosion to near side rear sill needs attention
    • NoteSlight leak to rear axle oil seal
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  24. Pass75,587 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    75,587 miles
    Test number
    294793258027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail75,576 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,576 miles
    Test number
    114493197430
    • FailureFront Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureRear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureUpper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureFront brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Questions about DSK 994

What vehicle is registration DSK 994 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DSK 994 on a red petrol Austin Healey 3000 first used on 12 Mar 1992. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does DSK 994 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DSK 994 is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on DSK 994?
The MOT on DSK 994 is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DSK 994 done?
DSK 994 was recorded at 89,400 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 734 miles a year.
Has DSK 994 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DSK 994 has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on DSK 994 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Sept 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on DSK 994 find?
DSK 994 passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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