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TSV 597

1987 Austin Healey Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

3,349 mi
Last recorded3,349 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2022
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSV 597
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1987
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2022 3,349 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 2,754 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 2,711 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 2,705 miles

Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2012 1,017 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 8,300 MOT tests across 969 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
969
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 220
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 214
Stop lamp not working 192
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 149
brake binding 119
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TSV 597 is a 1987 Austin Healey Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSV 597, 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 39 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TSV 597?

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What year was TSV 597 registered?

TSV 597 is a 1987 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 11 February 1987.

Is TSV 597 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TSV 597 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.

Does TSV 597 have outstanding finance?

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