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GSU 317

1987 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 943cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,708 mi
Last recorded4,708 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGSU 317
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine943cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2013 4,708 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 4,696 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 4,675 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 4,661 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 4,647 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 4,630 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 4,600 miles

slight play in steering system and steering rack mounting rubbers

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 317 is a 1987 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 943cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 297 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GSU 317, 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 39 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 GSU 317?

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What year was GSU 317 registered?

GSU 317 is a 1987 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 26 June 1987.

Is GSU 317 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GSU 317 shows 7 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 GSU 317 have outstanding finance?

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