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A63 KDF

1984 Austin Mini Sprite

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,886 mi
Last recorded43,886 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2024
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Sprite56,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA63 KDF
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1984
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 4 Jun 2024 43,886 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 43,039 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 42,430 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 41,609 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 40,725 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 39,596 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 38,708 miles

rear subframe starting to corroed

Pass 5 May 2016 37,050 miles

rear sub frame starting to corrod

Pass 19 May 2015 36,098 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

offside front jacking point starting to corroed

Pass 12 May 2014 35,332 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 33,850 miles

rear silcer corrored

rear subframe slighty corrored

Pass 5 May 2012 32,790 miles

rear silencer deterating

Pass 7 May 2011 31,505 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 1 May 2010 29,771 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

surface rust on o/s outter sill

Pass 26 May 2009 25,584 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre starting to perish on inner wall

Pass 22 May 2008 25,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2007 24,529 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 23,802 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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A63 KDF is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A63 KDF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A63 KDF registered?

A63 KDF is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is A63 KDF safe to buy?

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