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TFV 482J

1971 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,003 mi
Last recorded7,003 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey Sprite29,657 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTFV 482J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1971
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 26 Jul 2017 7,003 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 6,349 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 6,284 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 6,214 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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TFV 482J is a 1971 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 29,657 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 TFV 482J, 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 55 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 TFV 482J?

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What year was TFV 482J registered?

TFV 482J is a 1971 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 August 1971.

Is TFV 482J safe to buy?

The MOT history for TFV 482J shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TFV 482J have outstanding finance?

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