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WNG 960H

1970 Austin Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2016
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

1,304 mi
Last recorded1,304 miles
Recorded on22 May 2015
Typical for 1970 Austin Sprite34,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
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Finance
Write-off
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWNG 960H
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 22 May 2015 1,304 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 1,102 miles

off side rear check strap on axel broken

Pass 6 Jun 2013 1,094 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 1,079 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 1,026 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 822 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 99,680 miles

all four tyres cracked and perished

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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WNG 960H is a 1970 Austin Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WNG 960H, 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 WNG 960H registered?

WNG 960H is a 1970 Austin Sprite, first registered on 1 March 1970.

Is WNG 960H safe to buy?

The MOT history for WNG 960H shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WNG 960H have outstanding finance?

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