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PFY 141

1958 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,001 mi
Last recorded23,001 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2012
Typical for 1958 Austin Healey Sprite13,764 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPFY 141
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2012 23,001 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 22,753 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 22,512 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 22,320 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 21,816 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 21,249 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 20,013 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 10,514 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
232
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 297
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 221
brake recording little or no effort 199
Stop lamp not working 186
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PFY 141 is a 1958 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1958 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 13,764 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 297 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PFY 141, 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 68 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of PFY 141?

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What year was PFY 141 registered?

PFY 141 is a 1958 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 November 1958.

Is PFY 141 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PFY 141 shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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