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FAE 420K

1972 Austin Sprite

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2015
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,481 mi
Last recorded54,481 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2014
Typical for 1972 Austin Sprite16,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFAE 420K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2014 54,481 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 54,397 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 54,397 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FAE 420K is a 1972 Austin Sprite in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FAE 420K, 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.

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What year was FAE 420K registered?

FAE 420K is a 1972 Austin Sprite, first registered on 1 February 1972.

Is FAE 420K safe to buy?

The MOT history for FAE 420K shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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