MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,166 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
o/s/f king pin has slight play
How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?
Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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AKF 44K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
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 AKF 44K, 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
How do I check the history of AKF 44K?
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What year was AKF 44K registered?
AKF 44K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 5 August 1971.
Is AKF 44K safe to buy?
The MOT history for AKF 44K shows 8 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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