MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,695 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)
Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
slight play in offside front king pin
slight play in offside front king pin
slight play in steering rack mountings
Lower Steering column locking device insecure (2.1.6)
Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has excessive play in a swivel pin (2.5.A.3b)
Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?
Based on 10,514 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FPL 81J is a 1971 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
Across all 1971 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 29,657 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 Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 297 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FPL 81J, 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 55 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of FPL 81J?
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What year was FPL 81J registered?
FPL 81J is a 1971 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 7 June 1971.
Is FPL 81J safe to buy?
The MOT history for FPL 81J shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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