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VDX 696

1980 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,992 mi
Last recorded19,992 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVDX 696
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 19,992 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 19,938 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 19,892 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,640 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 19,386 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 19,385 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 19,159 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 19,093 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 19,005 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 8,300 MOT tests across 969 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
969
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 220
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 214
Stop lamp not working 192
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 149
brake binding 119
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VDX 696 is a 1980 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VDX 696, 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 46 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VDX 696?

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What year was VDX 696 registered?

VDX 696 is a 1980 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 21 January 1980.

Is VDX 696 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VDX 696 shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VDX 696 have outstanding finance?

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