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WCX 363

1962 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2014
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

98,177 mi
Last recorded98,177 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2013
Typical for 1962 Austin Healey Sprite35,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCX 363
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1962
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2013 98,177 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 98,177 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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WCX 363 is a 1962 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1962 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 35,850 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 Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WCX 363, 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 64 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WCX 363?

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What year was WCX 363 registered?

WCX 363 is a 1962 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 11 June 1962.

Is WCX 363 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WCX 363 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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