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UOP 217H

1970 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

29,228 mi
Last recorded29,228 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2020
Typical for 1970 Austin Healey Sprite25,706 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUOP 217H
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2020 29,228 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 28,794 miles

Offside Front Headlamp bulb output dim, but ok.

Rear Parking brake efficiency low, requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 16 May 2018 27,868 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear hub seal leaking

clutch slave cylinder leaking

Pass 24 Apr 2017 27,356 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,676 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 6 May 2015 24,834 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 May 2014 24,380 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 23,853 miles

Indicators starting to flash slowly

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Jul 2012 23,446 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 23,401 miles

Nearside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a pin or bush of an lower wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 23,323 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 23,164 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 22,900 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 22,630 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 22,499 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2006 22,488 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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UOP 217H is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1970 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 25,706 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 UOP 217H, 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 56 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 UOP 217H?

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What year was UOP 217H registered?

UOP 217H is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 26 June 1970.

Is UOP 217H safe to buy?

The MOT history for UOP 217H shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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