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DRM 734K

1972 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

10,435 mi
Last recorded10,435 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 1972 Austin Sprite16,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDRM 734K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 10,435 miles

vehicle has been very heavily undersealed underneath

Pass 17 May 2017 10,114 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front slightly corroded but not seriously weakend

Offside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2016 9,910 miles

Bonnet safety catch missing

Fail 11 May 2016 9,910 miles

Bonnet safety catch missing

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 May 2015 9,731 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 May 2014 9,318 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 1 May 2014 9,318 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

slight play in n/s/f wheel bearing

Pass 9 May 2013 9,142 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 9,142 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Front Upper Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

Pass 25 Apr 2012 9,041 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2012 9,041 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 8,716 miles

handbrake linkage worn,o/s/r spring eye bush deteriorated, corrosion to underbody

Pass 19 Apr 2010 8,504 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 8,009 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 7,863 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 7,415 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 5,842 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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DRM 734K is a 1972 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DRM 734K, 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 DRM 734K?

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What year was DRM 734K registered?

DRM 734K is a 1972 Austin Sprite, first registered on 13 January 1972.

Is DRM 734K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DRM 734K shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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