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650 EYB

1978 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,692 mi
Last recorded27,692 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1978 Austin Healey Sprite18,465 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration650 EYB
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2014 27,692 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 27,683 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 27,680 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 27,679 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 27,661 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 27,482 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 27,450 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 27,432 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 8,300 MOT tests across 969 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
246
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
969
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 220
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 214
Stop lamp not working 192
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 149
brake binding 119
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650 EYB is a 1978 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 18,465 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 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 650 EYB, 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 48 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 650 EYB?

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What year was 650 EYB registered?

650 EYB is a 1978 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 October 1978.

Is 650 EYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 650 EYB 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 650 EYB have outstanding finance?

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