MOT Status
ValidMileage
45,614 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Corrosion to n/s/ outer sill.
Both front wings corroded and have poor fixing to body, advise attention.
Both headlamp reflectors poor.
Corrosion to floor areas at n/s/r leaf spring eye bush and shackle mounting plate, advise attention.
Fair amount of blue smoke from exhaust at idle and fast idle, advise attention.
Heavy surface corrosion to o/s/ outer sills.
Slight binding to both front brakes.
Steering wheel loose on shaft, advise attention.
How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?
Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UFV 871K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Red 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 UFV 871K, 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
How do I check the history of UFV 871K?
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What year was UFV 871K registered?
UFV 871K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 17 September 1971.
Is UFV 871K safe to buy?
The MOT history for UFV 871K 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 UFV 871K have outstanding finance?
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