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GSU 316

1959 Austin Healey Sprite

White Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

5,195 mi
Last recorded5,195 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2007
Typical for 1959 Austin Healey Sprite21,872 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSU 316
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1959
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2007 5,195 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 5,195 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 4,938 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 10,514 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
232
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 297
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 221
brake recording little or no effort 199
Stop lamp not working 186
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GSU 316 is a 1959 Austin Healey Sprite in White with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1959 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 21,872 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 GSU 316, 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 67 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 GSU 316?

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What year was GSU 316 registered?

GSU 316 is a 1959 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 31 December 1959.

Is GSU 316 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSU 316 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.

Does GSU 316 have outstanding finance?

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