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YJR 555J

1971 Austin Healey Sprite

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

83,787 mi
Last recorded83,787 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Healey Sprite29,657 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJR 555J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2018 83,787 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 83,545 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 83,472 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 83,208 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 82,901 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 82,854 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 82,670 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 81,792 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 10,514 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
232
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 297
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 221
brake recording little or no effort 199
Stop lamp not working 186
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YJR 555J is a 1971 Austin Healey Sprite in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 29,657 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 297 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJR 555J, 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 55 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 YJR 555J?

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What year was YJR 555J registered?

YJR 555J is a 1971 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 26 April 1971.

Is YJR 555J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJR 555J shows 8 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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