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KWE 924J

1970 Austin Healey Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,779 mi
Last recorded21,779 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2007
Typical for 1970 Austin Healey Sprite25,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKWE 924J
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2007 21,779 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 21,779 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 8,300 MOT tests across 969 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
969
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 220
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 214
Stop lamp not working 192
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 149
brake binding 119
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KWE 924J is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1970 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 25,706 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KWE 924J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Healey Sprite typically stays on UK roads for around 68 years. At 56 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KWE 924J?

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What year was KWE 924J registered?

KWE 924J is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 4 September 1970.

Is KWE 924J safe to buy?

The MOT history for KWE 924J shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KWE 924J have outstanding finance?

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