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USJ 826

1959 Austin Sprite

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,651 mi
Last recorded28,651 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 1959 Austin Sprite22,919 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSJ 826
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1959
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 28,651 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 28,645 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2007 21,602 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 20,029 miles

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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USJ 826 is a 1959 Austin Sprite in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1959 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 22,919 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 USJ 826, 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 67 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 USJ 826?

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What year was USJ 826 registered?

USJ 826 is a 1959 Austin Sprite, first registered on 31 December 1959.

Is USJ 826 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USJ 826 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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