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GGF 420J

1971 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

50,670 mi
Last recorded50,670 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGF 420J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 50,670 miles

Brake hose slightly chafed nearside front (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 50,634 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 8 Dec 2014 50,631 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 50,535 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2013 50,533 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 50,458 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 50,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 50,223 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 28 May 2010 50,001 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 49,598 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 49,114 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 48,751 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 48,746 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

slight brake bind - brake pedal slightly tight †on pedal shaft.

Pass 28 Feb 2006 48,336 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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GGF 420J is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 GGF 420J, 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.

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What year was GGF 420J registered?

GGF 420J is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 15 July 1971.

Is GGF 420J safe to buy?

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