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OCR 440F

1968 Austin Healey Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,772 mi
Last recorded67,772 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1968 Austin Healey Sprite34,211 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCR 440F
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1968
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 67,772 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 67,771 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 67,668 miles

oil pressure switch earth is fouling steering column

Pass 24 Jul 2014 67,550 miles

alternator wire is fouling steering column, brake pedal travel is a little to much

Fail 24 Jul 2014 67,550 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

alternator wire is fouling steering column, brake pedal travel is a little to much

Pass 25 Jul 2013 67,490 miles

n/s wiper blade does not clean the screen properly as wiper arm is weak, alternator wire is fouling steering colum shaft.

Pass 1 Aug 2012 67,058 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 67,025 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Front Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 12 May 2008 67,017 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

o/s rear bump stop housing corroded

Pass 16 Apr 2007 66,922 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 66,277 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 66,238 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

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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OCR 440F is a 1968 Austin Healey Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1968 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 34,211 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 Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OCR 440F, 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 58 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OCR 440F registered?

OCR 440F is a 1968 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 11 July 1968.

Is OCR 440F safe to buy?

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