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A586 KEL

1984 Austin Mini Sprite

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,588 mi
Last recorded87,588 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2008
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Sprite56,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA586 KEL
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2008 87,588 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 85,537 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 85,012 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 85,012 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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A586 KEL is a 1984 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 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 A586 KEL, 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 A586 KEL registered?

A586 KEL is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 6 January 1984.

Is A586 KEL safe to buy?

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