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2697 AR

1959 Austin Sprite

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,067 mi
Last recorded10,067 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2013
Typical for 1959 Austin Sprite22,919 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2697 AR
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Aug 2013 10,067 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 9,250 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 8,011 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 6,422 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 5,985 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,507 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 5,036 miles

very slight binding on o/s/f brake

Pass 20 Jul 2006 4,958 miles

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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2697 AR is a 1959 Austin Sprite in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 22,919 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 2697 AR, 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 67 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2697 AR?

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What year was 2697 AR registered?

2697 AR is a 1959 Austin Sprite, first registered on 3 October 1959.

Is 2697 AR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2697 AR shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 2697 AR have outstanding finance?

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