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REY 791K

1971 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

10,408 mi
Last recorded10,408 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationREY 791K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 10,408 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 9,882 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 9,418 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 8,083 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 7,374 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 74,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 15 Jul 2008 7,343 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 5 Jun 2008 7,337 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2007 6,698 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 6,418 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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REY 791K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1971 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 37,102 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 REY 791K, 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 55 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 REY 791K registered?

REY 791K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 1 August 1971.

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