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KLM 701K

1971 Austin Sprite

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,799 mi
Last recorded69,799 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2011
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLM 701K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2011 69,799 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 68,831 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 68,147 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Jun 2008 68,002 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 67,584 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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KLM 701K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KLM 701K, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KLM 701K?

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What year was KLM 701K registered?

KLM 701K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 22 December 1971.

Is KLM 701K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLM 701K shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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