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204 BAM

1963 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,167 mi
Last recorded9,167 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2006
Typical for 1963 Austin Sprite18,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration204 BAM
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1963
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 25 Jul 2006 9,167 miles

oil leak around gearbox area, slight play o/s/f lower trunnion, n/s/f brake braided hose very close to wheel rim on left lock with the vehicle at rest, n/s/f wheel bearing slightly noisy

How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?

Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 129
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Horn not working 87
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204 BAM is a 1963 Austin Sprite in Green with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1963 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 18,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 204 BAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Sprite typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 63 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of 204 BAM?

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What year was 204 BAM registered?

204 BAM is a 1963 Austin Sprite, first registered on 28 March 1963.

Is 204 BAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for 204 BAM shows 1 test 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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