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VSV 621

1986 Austin Healey Sprite

White Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,502 mi
Last recorded74,502 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2013
Typical for 1986 Austin Healey Sprite33,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSV 621
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 19 Jul 2013 74,502 miles

Aux belt slack

Both park brake rod pivots have slight play

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Slight corrosion in both rear wheel arches

speedo cable looks to be disconected,speedo is fited and illuminates, no way to test if it works or not

Pass 27 Jul 2012 73,851 miles

Engine oil leaks

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

Offside rear parking brake performance low

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear leaf springs corroded

Slight corrosion to rear brake pipes

Underside of vehicle corroded

underside of vehicle offside floor pan corroded and holed suspect welding from inside

Pass 4 Aug 2011 73,496 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 73,327 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 73,307 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 73,010 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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VSV 621 is a 1986 Austin Healey Sprite in White with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 33,326 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VSV 621, 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 40 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 VSV 621 registered?

VSV 621 is a 1986 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 5 August 1986.

Is VSV 621 safe to buy?

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