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USU 763

1990 Austin Healey Sprite

Green Petrol 1295cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,226 mi
Last recorded65,226 miles
Recorded on28 May 2021
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUSU 763
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,295cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2021 65,226 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 65,141 miles

Oil leak

slighty play in lower swivels

Pass 26 Jun 2014 65,029 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

slight oil leak

slight play in front lower swivels

Pass 15 Jul 2013 64,538 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 64,168 miles

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2011 64,167 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2010 62,873 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 763 is a 1990 Austin Healey Sprite in Green with a 1,295cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 763, 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 36 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was USU 763 registered?

USU 763 is a 1990 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is USU 763 safe to buy?

The MOT history for USU 763 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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