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NRO 71H

1970 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,842 mi
Last recorded88,842 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Sprite34,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNRO 71H
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 88,842 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 22 Jul 2017 88,842 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint lever arm damper rod lower retaining nut loose (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Jul 2016 87,589 miles

battery insecure

parking brake needs adjusting

Pass 23 Jul 2015 86,101 miles

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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NRO 71H is a 1970 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1970 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 34,836 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 NRO 71H, 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 56 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of NRO 71H?

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What year was NRO 71H registered?

NRO 71H is a 1970 Austin Sprite, first registered on 2 February 1970.

Is NRO 71H safe to buy?

The MOT history for NRO 71H shows 4 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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