MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
94,237 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
Oil leak
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)
Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
How Reliable is the Austin Mini Sprite?
Based on 932 MOT tests across 121 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A535 CTO is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
Across all 1983 Austin Mini Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 55,331 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 A535 CTO, 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 43 years old, this Austin Mini Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of A535 CTO?
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What year was A535 CTO registered?
A535 CTO is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 3 November 1983.
Is A535 CTO safe to buy?
The MOT history for A535 CTO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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