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HUB 704K

1972 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

6,157 mi
Last recorded6,157 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1972 Austin Sprite16,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUB 704K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 6,157 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 5,948 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 5,774 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 5,370 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 5,368 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 5,091 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 4,913 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 4,749 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 4,288 miles

Nearside Front Slight play in king pin

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 3,846 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 3,602 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 3,381 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 2,775 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 2,049 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 1,921 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 1,361 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 939 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 621 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 578 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 553 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 520 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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HUB 704K is a 1972 Austin Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1972 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 16,896 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 HUB 704K, 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 54 years old, this Austin Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HUB 704K registered?

HUB 704K is a 1972 Austin Sprite, first registered on 21 January 1972.

Is HUB 704K safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUB 704K shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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