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YUM 270J

1971 Austin Sprite

Orange Other 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2019
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,621 mi
Last recorded2,621 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYUM 270J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2018 2,621 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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YUM 270J is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Orange with a 1,275cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test 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 YUM 270J, 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.

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What year was YUM 270J registered?

YUM 270J is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 1 March 1971.

Is YUM 270J safe to buy?

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