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LSV 277

1985 Austin Healey Sprite

Black Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

13,009 mi
Last recorded13,009 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLSV 277
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2012 13,009 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 12,167 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 11,638 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 10,848 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 10,107 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 9,709 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 9,704 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2006 8,970 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 8,003 miles

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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LSV 277 is a 1985 Austin Healey Sprite in Black with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 LSV 277, 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 41 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LSV 277?

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What year was LSV 277 registered?

LSV 277 is a 1985 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 22 August 1985.

Is LSV 277 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LSV 277 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LSV 277 have outstanding finance?

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