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KYA 349D

1966 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

1,024 mi
Last recorded1,024 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 1966 Austin Sprite14,903 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKYA 349D
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1966
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2017 1,024 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 992 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 976 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 950 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 931 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 896 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 877 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 834 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2007 834 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 28 Dec 2006 828 miles

Fuel pipe union leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KYA 349D is a 1966 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1966 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 14,903 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 KYA 349D, 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 60 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KYA 349D registered?

KYA 349D is a 1966 Austin Sprite, first registered on 12 September 1966.

Is KYA 349D safe to buy?

The MOT history for KYA 349D shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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