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137 CGK

1961 Austin Healey Sprite

White Petrol 948cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,211 mi
Last recorded8,211 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2016
Typical for 1961 Austin Healey Sprite23,422 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration137 CGK
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1961
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine948cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2016 8,211 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 7,637 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 7,247 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Oct 2013

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Nov 2012 4 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 84,092 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 12 May 2010 84,086 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 12 May 2009 83,850 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 83,548 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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137 CGK is a 1961 Austin Healey Sprite in White with a 948cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1961 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 23,422 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 137 CGK, 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 65 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 137 CGK registered?

137 CGK is a 1961 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 14 June 1961.

Is 137 CGK safe to buy?

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