Austin Healey 3000

Red and White · Petrol · 1961 · 2,912 cc

YCA 824MOT history

YCA 824 is a red and white petrol Austin Healey 3000 first used on 7 Mar 1984. Its MOT is valid until 17 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 74,289 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Mar 2027
Mileage
74,289 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
YCA 824
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin Healey
Model
3000
Colour
Red and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,912 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
7 Mar 1984
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

YCA 824 was last recorded at 74,289 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 258 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,031 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
258 miles
Average per year
180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,289 miles
  • 2025 – 74,031 miles
  • 2024 – 74,025 miles
  • 2023 – 73,689 miles
  • 2022 – 73,575 miles
  • 2021 – 73,252 miles
  • 2020 – 73,026 miles
  • 2019 – 72,796 miles
  • 2018 – 72,611 miles
  • 2017 – 72,516 miles
  • 2016 – 72,319 miles
  • 2015 – 72,222 miles
  • 2014 – 72,168 miles
  • 2013 – 72,063 miles
  • 2012 – 71,919 miles
  • 2011 – 71,556 miles
  • 2010 – 71,270 miles
  • 2009 – 70,811 miles
  • 2007 – 70,796 miles
  • 2006 – 70,635 miles
  • 2005 – 70,595 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,289 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight wear offside front kingpin

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

31 tests since 6 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    74,289 miles
    Test number
    130080367505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight wear offside front kingpin

  2. Fail74,289 miles (+258)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,289 miles
    Test number
    937768602484
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight wear offside front kingpin

  3. Pass74,031 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    74,031 miles
    Test number
    835770366261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail74,025 miles (+336)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,025 miles
    Test number
    849942294650
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass73,689 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    286489952915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,676 miles (+101)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,676 miles
    Test number
    203301624102
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn king pin bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass73,575 miles (+323)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    73,575 miles
    Test number
    838330752469
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play kingpin joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass73,252 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,252 miles
    Test number
    210197296449
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail73,234 miles (+208)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,234 miles
    Test number
    149131536724
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,026 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    73,026 miles
    Test number
    331535880648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail73,023 miles (+227)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,023 miles
    Test number
    381356298179
    • MajorStop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,796 miles (+185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,796 miles
    Test number
    322309285174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn kingpin has slight vertical movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage bush is worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass72,611 miles (+95)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    72,611 miles
    Test number
    849289118666
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight vertical movement to nearside kingpin stub axle

  14. Pass72,516 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,516 miles
    Test number
    193994838778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,319 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,319 miles
    Test number
    348255383599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,222 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,222 miles
    Test number
    182894962366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,218 miles (+50)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,218 miles
    Test number
    635069052444
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)

  18. Pass72,168 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    72,168 miles
    Test number
    346857544299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,063 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,063 miles
    Test number
    106889453244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    71,919 miles
    Test number
    346584952235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,919 miles (+363)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,919 miles
    Test number
    808691352219
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass71,556 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    71,556 miles
    Test number
    408043241273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,554 miles (+284)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,554 miles
    Test number
    305333421208
    • FailureFront registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass71,270 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    71,270 miles
    Test number
    210731180450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,266 miles (+455)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,266 miles
    Test number
    211505160401
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  26. Pass70,811 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    70,811 miles
    Test number
    823135939117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass70,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    70,796 miles
    Test number
    153060567236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail70,796 miles (+161)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,796 miles
    Test number
    552257657293
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  29. Pass70,635 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    70,635 miles
    Test number
    540987256284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail70,630 miles (+35)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    434370456206
    • FailureNearside Brake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NotePlay at nearside kingpin

  31. Pass70,595 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    70,595 miles
    Test number
    352819845232
    • NotePlay at nearside front wheel

Questions about YCA 824

What vehicle is registration YCA 824 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show YCA 824 on a red and white petrol Austin Healey 3000 first used on 7 Mar 1984. 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 YCA 824 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on YCA 824 is valid until 17 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on YCA 824?
The MOT on YCA 824 is valid until 17 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has YCA 824 done?
YCA 824 was recorded at 74,289 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 180 miles a year.
Has YCA 824 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. YCA 824 has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on YCA 824 ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on YCA 824 find?
YCA 824 passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play; slight wear offside front kingpin.

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