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UUH 479

1960 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,045 mi
Last recorded65,045 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1960 Austin Sprite12,752 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUH 479
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1960
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 65,045 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 65,020 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 65,020 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2016 64,999 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 64,936 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 64,936 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Aug 2014 64,854 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 64,793 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2013 64,793 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 64,721 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 64,620 miles
Fail 25 May 2011 64,617 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2010 64,465 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 64,368 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 64,309 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 64,249 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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UUH 479 is a 1960 Austin Sprite in Green with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1960 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 12,752 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 UUH 479, 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 66 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UUH 479 registered?

UUH 479 is a 1960 Austin Sprite, first registered on 22 March 1960.

Is UUH 479 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUH 479 shows 16 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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