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RWM 462K

1971 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,438 mi
Last recorded47,438 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRWM 462K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 47,438 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 47,218 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 46,893 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 46,893 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 46,769 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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RWM 462K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 RWM 462K, 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 RWM 462K registered?

RWM 462K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 11 August 1971.

Is RWM 462K safe to buy?

The MOT history for RWM 462K shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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