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A747 KSH

1983 Austin Mini Sprite

White Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2020
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,750 mi
Last recorded80,750 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Sprite55,331 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA747 KSH
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 13 Aug 2019 80,750 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 80,750 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 80,729 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 80,729 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 80,729 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 80,729 miles
Pass 2 May 2011
Pass 27 Apr 2010 80,729 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 80,729 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 80,729 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 80,729 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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A747 KSH is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite in White with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A747 KSH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A747 KSH registered?

A747 KSH is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 4 November 1983.

Is A747 KSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A747 KSH shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A747 KSH have outstanding finance?

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