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AJF 728K

1972 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,485 mi
Last recorded31,485 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Sprite16,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJF 728K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 31,485 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2018 31,436 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 31,407 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 31,408 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 31,408 miles

both headlamp aims getting dull

front number plate cracked

Fail 26 Jun 2009 31,407 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

both headlamp aims getting dull

front number plate cracked

nearside rear brake slightly binding

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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AJF 728K is a 1972 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1972 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 16,896 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 Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 137 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AJF 728K, 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 54 years old, this Austin Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AJF 728K?

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What year was AJF 728K registered?

AJF 728K is a 1972 Austin Sprite, first registered on 11 January 1972.

Is AJF 728K safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJF 728K shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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