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NUC 292L

1972 Austin Sprite

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

96,479 mi
Last recorded96,479 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2020
Typical for 1972 Austin Sprite16,896 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNUC 292L
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2020 96,479 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 94,689 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2016 94,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 93,601 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 92,511 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 91,205 miles

Oil leak

Fail 31 May 2013 91,205 miles

Oil leak

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 May 2012 89,624 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 88,274 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 88,274 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 May 2010 88,159 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Fail 20 May 2010 88,159 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2009 87,942 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 16 May 2009 87,942 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

BRAKE PEDAL SLIGHTLY SPONGY

BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL GETTING LOW

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

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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NUC 292L is a 1972 Austin Sprite in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1972 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 16,896 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 NUC 292L, 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 54 years old, this Austin Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NUC 292L registered?

NUC 292L is a 1972 Austin Sprite, first registered on 11 October 1972.

Is NUC 292L safe to buy?

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