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ACY 995K

1971 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

1,905 mi
Last recorded1,905 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACY 995K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 1,905 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 94,879 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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

Pass 7 May 2016 94,547 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 92,423 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 92,399 miles

Nearside Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 13 Jun 2013 95,467 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front tyre starting to perish on inside wall

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

windscreen has light scratches all over not affecting drivers view

Fail 5 Jun 2013 95,467 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir excessively weakened by corrosion (3.6.A.2b)

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

offside front tyre starting to perish on inside wall

windscreen has light scratches all over not affecting drivers view

Pass 1 Jun 2012 90,706 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 May 2011 90,167 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 90,094 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 89,931 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?

Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
244
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
597
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 137
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 129
Stop lamp not working 90
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 87
Horn not working 87
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ACY 995K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1971 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 37,102 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACY 995K, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Sprite typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 55 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ACY 995K registered?

ACY 995K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 3 August 1971.

Is ACY 995K safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACY 995K shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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