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UAS 171

1990 Austin Healey Sprite

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,284 mi
Last recorded76,284 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2017
Typical for 1990 Austin Healey Sprite68,356 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAS 171
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2017 76,284 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2016 76,284 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 76,284 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 76,284 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 76,284 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 76,284 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 76,284 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 76,284 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 76,284 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 76,284 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 76,284 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 76,284 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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UAS 171 is a 1990 Austin Healey Sprite in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.4% with a typical mileage of 68,356 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 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UAS 171, 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 36 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UAS 171 registered?

UAS 171 is a 1990 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 20 August 1990.

Is UAS 171 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAS 171 shows 12 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 UAS 171 have outstanding finance?

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