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A82 LWT

1983 Austin Mini Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

71,658 mi
Last recorded71,658 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2014
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Sprite55,331 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA82 LWT
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1983
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2014 71,658 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 71,588 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 71,588 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 71,540 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

slight corrosion under car

Pass 29 Sep 2011 71,540 miles

corrosion under car

Pass 9 Aug 2010 71,540 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2010 71,540 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jan 2009 71,540 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 71,540 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.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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A82 LWT is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A82 LWT, 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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What year was A82 LWT registered?

A82 LWT is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 1 December 1983.

Is A82 LWT safe to buy?

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