MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
81,943 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Austin Sprite?
Based on 4,950 MOT tests across 597 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VON 540J is a 1970 Austin Sprite in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.
Across all 1970 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 34,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
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 VON 540J, 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 56 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 VON 540J?
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What year was VON 540J registered?
VON 540J is a 1970 Austin Sprite, first registered on 12 June 1970.
Is VON 540J safe to buy?
The MOT history for VON 540J shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VON 540J have outstanding finance?
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