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JSL 457

1986 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,774 mi
Last recorded15,774 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSL 457
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2012 15,774 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 15,729 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 15,718 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 15,513 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 14,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 12,639 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 12,032 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 10,396 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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JSL 457 is a 1986 Austin Sprite in White with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JSL 457, 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 40 years old, this Austin Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was JSL 457 registered?

JSL 457 is a 1986 Austin Sprite, first registered on 19 March 1986.

Is JSL 457 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JSL 457 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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