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VOT 774H

1970 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,516 mi
Last recorded27,516 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2017
Typical for 1970 Austin Sprite34,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVOT 774H
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2017 27,516 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 27,514 miles

Central Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2016 27,040 miles

Handbrake lever has slight excess travel indicating the system requires attention/adjustment

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2015 26,854 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 26,061 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 May 2013 25,774 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 1 May 2012 25,644 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 24,617 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

slight play in n/s sterring rack

Pass 15 Apr 2010 22,696 miles

looks like an mg

Pass 21 Apr 2009 20,550 miles

looks like an mg

Pass 16 Apr 2008 17,907 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 15,772 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 13,837 miles

offside number plate lamp slightly dim.

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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VOT 774H is a 1970 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 VOT 774H, 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

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What year was VOT 774H registered?

VOT 774H is a 1970 Austin Sprite, first registered on 1 June 1970.

Is VOT 774H safe to buy?

The MOT history for VOT 774H shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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