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JFB 982

1959 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2016
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,199 mi
Last recorded37,199 miles
Recorded on13 May 2015
Typical for 1959 Austin Sprite22,919 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJFB 982
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1959
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 May 2015 37,199 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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JFB 982 is a 1959 Austin Sprite in Red with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1959 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 22,919 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 JFB 982, 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 67 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JFB 982 registered?

JFB 982 is a 1959 Austin Sprite, first registered on 6 March 1959.

Is JFB 982 safe to buy?

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