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A528 CSG

1984 Austin Mini Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

38,689 mi
Last recorded38,689 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2019
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Sprite56,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA528 CSG
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2019 38,689 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 66,491 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 66,450 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2015 66,440 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 65,113 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2008 65,113 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 64,345 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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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A528 CSG 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 A528 CSG, 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 A528 CSG registered?

A528 CSG is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 1 March 1984.

Is A528 CSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for A528 CSG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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