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MAS 983

1982 Austin Healey Sprite

Green Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,662 mi
Last recorded81,662 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAS 983
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1982
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2011 81,662 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 81,655 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 81,621 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 81,618 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Front suspension locking device missing (2.5.A.4)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2006 47,464 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 26 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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MAS 983 is a 1982 Austin Healey Sprite in Green with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MAS 983, 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 44 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 MAS 983?

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What year was MAS 983 registered?

MAS 983 is a 1982 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 5 November 1982.

Is MAS 983 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAS 983 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.

Does MAS 983 have outstanding finance?

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