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USU 607

1989 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,946 mi
Last recorded12,946 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 607
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2018 12,946 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 12,090 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 9,875 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 9,263 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 8,496 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 8,018 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 7,525 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 7,216 miles

poor connection nearside headlight wiring

Pass 29 Mar 2010 6,594 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 6,249 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 5,529 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 4,680 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 10,514 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
232
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 297
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 221
brake recording little or no effort 199
Stop lamp not working 186
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USU 607 is a 1989 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 297 recorded failures. If you're considering buying USU 607, 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 37 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of USU 607?

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What year was USU 607 registered?

USU 607 is a 1989 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is USU 607 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 607 shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does USU 607 have outstanding finance?

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