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JBY 384J

1980 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,512 mi
Last recorded35,512 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2020
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJBY 384J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2020 35,512 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 38,388 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 35,385 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 35,178 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 35,070 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 34,983 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 34,983 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 2 Jun 2015 34,868 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 34,796 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 34,668 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 34,521 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 34,313 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 33,971 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 33,571 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 33,157 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 32,594 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 32,147 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 31,609 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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JBY 384J is a 1980 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 JBY 384J, 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 46 years old, this Austin Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of JBY 384J?

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What year was JBY 384J registered?

JBY 384J is a 1980 Austin Sprite, first registered on 18 March 1980.

Is JBY 384J safe to buy?

The MOT history for JBY 384J shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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