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CAU 245H

1974 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,095 mi
Last recorded2,095 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAU 245H
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2010 2,095 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 1,840 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 1,431 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 1,020 miles

Oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2006 720 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 8,300 MOT tests across 969 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
969
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 220
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 214
Stop lamp not working 192
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 149
brake binding 119
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CAU 245H is a 1974 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CAU 245H, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey Sprite typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 52 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CAU 245H?

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What year was CAU 245H registered?

CAU 245H is a 1974 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 May 1974.

Is CAU 245H safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAU 245H 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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