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UNA 639K

1972 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

7,615 mi
Last recorded7,615 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2008
Typical for 1972 Austin Sprite16,896 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUNA 639K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2008 7,615 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

offside front floor holed

Pass 14 Nov 2006 5,440 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 5,428 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

offside floor holed

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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UNA 639K is a 1972 Austin Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1972 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 16,896 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UNA 639K, 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 54 years old, this Austin Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of UNA 639K?

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What year was UNA 639K registered?

UNA 639K is a 1972 Austin Sprite, first registered on 7 April 1972.

Is UNA 639K safe to buy?

The MOT history for UNA 639K shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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