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EYM 937J

1971 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

90,103 mi
Last recorded90,103 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYM 937J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2017 90,103 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 90,094 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 90,094 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake dragging slightly

Pass 12 Mar 2014 90,085 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 90,079 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 90,072 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 90,066 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 90,060 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 90,054 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 90,048 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

o/s head lamp dim.

Pass 15 Mar 2008 90,042 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 90,035 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 90,029 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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EYM 937J is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 EYM 937J, 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

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What year was EYM 937J registered?

EYM 937J is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 12 March 1971.

Is EYM 937J safe to buy?

The MOT history for EYM 937J shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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