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HHF 395H

1970 Austin Healey Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,031 mi
Last recorded14,031 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Healey Sprite31,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHHF 395H
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 14,031 miles

Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

Pass 20 May 2016 13,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 12,935 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 12,357 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 12,094 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 11,728 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 May 2012 11,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 31 May 2011 11,302 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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HHF 395H is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1970 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 31,857 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HHF 395H, 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 56 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 HHF 395H?

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What year was HHF 395H registered?

HHF 395H is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 2 March 1970.

Is HHF 395H safe to buy?

The MOT history for HHF 395H shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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