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A108 WOX

1984 Austin Mini Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,072 mi
Last recorded74,072 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Sprite56,347 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA108 WOX
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 74,072 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2024 74,070 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 74,608 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 63,848 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 62,234 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 62,234 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 59,396 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Mini Sprite?

Based on 932 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
480
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
121
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 45
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 44
brake recording little or no effort 41
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 39
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A108 WOX is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Austin Mini Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 56,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Mini Sprite fails its MOT is subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A108 WOX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Mini Sprite typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Mini Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A108 WOX registered?

A108 WOX is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 6 March 1984.

Is A108 WOX safe to buy?

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