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AMR 232B

2004 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

6,974 mi
Last recorded6,974 miles
Recorded on23 May 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAMR 232B
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year2004
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 May 2017 6,974 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 5,710 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 4,838 miles

Both rear tyres have age related cracks

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front shock absorber lower bush slightly perished

Nearside rear outer sill starting to corrode

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Jun 2015 4,838 miles

Both rear tyres have age related cracks

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front shock absorber lower bush slightly perished

Nearside rear outer sill starting to corrode

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jun 2014 3,939 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 2,120 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 May 2013 1,977 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 961 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jun 2011 99,984 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 98,485 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 96,977 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 94,269 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 May 2008 94,269 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 92,302 miles

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2006 90,737 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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AMR 232B is a 2004 Austin Sprite in White with a 997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AMR 232B, 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 22 years old, this Austin Sprite is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AMR 232B is a 2004 Austin Sprite, first registered on 9 June 2004.

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