MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
10,471 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested fluid leak (1.2.1 (g))
Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive Gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
handbrake performance low.
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?
Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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MWA 423K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 MWA 423K, 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.
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How do I check the history of MWA 423K?
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What year was MWA 423K registered?
MWA 423K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 22 October 1971.
Is MWA 423K safe to buy?
The MOT history for MWA 423K shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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