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HPJ 183K

1971 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2015
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,983 mi
Last recorded69,983 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2014
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHPJ 183K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Jul 2014 69,983 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 69,351 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 68,642 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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HPJ 183K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HPJ 183K, 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 HPJ 183K registered?

HPJ 183K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 3 November 1971.

Is HPJ 183K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HPJ 183K shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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