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GVS 287

1992 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,835 mi
Last recorded7,835 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2024
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGVS 287
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2024 7,835 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 7,674 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 7,212 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 6,333 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 5,222 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 3,859 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 2,937 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 2,703 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 2,628 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 2,472 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 2,429 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 2,423 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 2,306 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 2,086 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 1,634 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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GVS 287 is a 1992 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GVS 287, 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 34 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of GVS 287?

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What year was GVS 287 registered?

GVS 287 is a 1992 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 July 1992.

Is GVS 287 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GVS 287 shows 15 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 GVS 287 have outstanding finance?

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