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A890 JAC

1983 Austin Mini Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,878 mi
Last recorded16,878 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1983 Austin Mini Sprite55,331 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA890 JAC
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 16,878 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 16,477 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 16,011 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 15,928 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 15,374 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 13,309 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 12,340 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 12,202 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 12,202 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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A890 JAC is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 A890 JAC, 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 A890 JAC?

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What year was A890 JAC registered?

A890 JAC is a 1983 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 11 November 1983.

Is A890 JAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A890 JAC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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