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A98 CVO

1984 Austin Mini Sprite

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,590 mi
Last recorded9,590 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 1984 Austin Mini Sprite56,347 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA98 CVO
MakeAustin
ModelMini Sprite
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2025 9,590 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 9,202 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 9,040 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 8,811 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 7,536 miles

rear exhaust suportting rubbers perished †oil leaking

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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A98 CVO is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 A98 CVO, 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 A98 CVO registered?

A98 CVO is a 1984 Austin Mini Sprite, first registered on 1 January 1984.

Is A98 CVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for A98 CVO shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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