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YRX 512J

1970 Austin Healey Sprite

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2017
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,727 mi
Last recorded12,727 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 1970 Austin Healey Sprite31,857 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRX 512J
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1970
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2016 12,727 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 11,629 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 10,783 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 10,282 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 10,249 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 10,105 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 9,904 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 9,893 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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YRX 512J is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 31,857 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 YRX 512J, 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 56 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 YRX 512J?

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What year was YRX 512J registered?

YRX 512J is a 1970 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 11 September 1970.

Is YRX 512J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRX 512J 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.

Does YRX 512J have outstanding finance?

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