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A155 PBM

1984 Austin Mini Sprite

Yellow Other 1293cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

18,111 mi
Last recorded18,111 miles
Recorded on25 May 2018
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Sprite56,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA155 PBM
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,293cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2018 18,111 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2018 18,066 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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A155 PBM is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite in Yellow with a 1,293cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A155 PBM, 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 A155 PBM registered?

A155 PBM is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 5 January 1984.

Is A155 PBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A155 PBM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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