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XUR 785K

1971 Austin Sprite

Bronze Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

9,315 mi
Last recorded9,315 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXUR 785K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2017 9,315 miles

Both front king pins have play

Rear wheel bearing has slight play Both (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 9,205 miles

Both king pins have play

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 9,044 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in o/s streeing arm

Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,968 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in both king pins

Play in o/s steering arm

Pass 6 Jul 2013 8,840 miles

play in both front king pins

Pass 23 Jun 2012 8,688 miles

play from both front king pins

Pass 18 Jun 2011 8,631 miles

play from both front king pins

Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,489 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2009 8,445 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 8,357 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 8,268 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2006 8,189 miles

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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XUR 785K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Bronze with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 37,102 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 XUR 785K, 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 55 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 XUR 785K?

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What year was XUR 785K registered?

XUR 785K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 6 August 1971.

Is XUR 785K safe to buy?

The MOT history for XUR 785K shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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