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FSX 168X

1981 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,065 mi
Last recorded3,065 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFSX 168X
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2018 3,065 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 1,611 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 222 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 98,042 miles

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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FSX 168X is a 1981 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 FSX 168X, 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 45 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 FSX 168X?

You can check the full history of FSX 168X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FSX 168X registered?

FSX 168X is a 1981 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 August 1981.

Is FSX 168X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FSX 168X shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FSX 168X have outstanding finance?

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