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USL 369

1958 Austin Sprite

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,632 mi
Last recorded16,632 miles
Recorded on13 May 2013
Typical for 1958 Austin Sprite19,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSL 369
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1958
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2013 16,632 miles

Oil leak

Fail 8 May 2013 16,632 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2012 16,242 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 14,990 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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USL 369 is a 1958 Austin Sprite in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1958 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 19,400 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 USL 369, 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 68 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 USL 369?

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What year was USL 369 registered?

USL 369 is a 1958 Austin Sprite, first registered on 31 December 1958.

Is USL 369 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USL 369 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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