MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,184 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?
Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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481 RW is a 1961 Austin Sprite in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1961 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 35,689 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 481 RW, 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 65 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 481 RW?
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What year was 481 RW registered?
481 RW is a 1961 Austin Sprite, first registered on 20 March 1961.
Is 481 RW safe to buy?
The MOT history for 481 RW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does 481 RW have outstanding finance?
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