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ODO 963H

1970 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2018
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,163 mi
Last recorded31,163 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Sprite34,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODO 963H
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2017 31,163 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 30,687 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 31,378 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 30,272 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 30,221 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 29,935 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 29,677 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 29,413 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 29,309 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 29,008 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 28,857 miles

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 28,777 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 28,522 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 27,551 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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ODO 963H is a 1970 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ODO 963H, 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

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What year was ODO 963H registered?

ODO 963H is a 1970 Austin Sprite, first registered on 5 June 1970.

Is ODO 963H safe to buy?

The MOT history for ODO 963H shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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