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YCV 622J

1971 Austin Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

85,519 mi
Last recorded85,519 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYCV 622J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2018 85,519 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 85,407 miles

Clutch slave cylinder leaking.

Pass 3 Mar 2016 84,400 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 83,660 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 82,837 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 17 Feb 2014 82,837 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 82,066 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 81,624 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 80,942 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 80,083 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 77,005 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 74,773 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake reserve travel

Pass 13 Feb 2006 74,111 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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YCV 622J is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 YCV 622J, 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

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What year was YCV 622J registered?

YCV 622J is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 21 May 1971.

Is YCV 622J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YCV 622J 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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