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DVT 442J

1970 Austin Sprite

Yellow Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,125 mi
Last recorded59,125 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 1970 Austin Sprite34,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDVT 442J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1970
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2023 59,125 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 58,674 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 58,547 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 58,459 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 58,250 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 58,198 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 58,013 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 57,972 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 57,823 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 57,707 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 57,522 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 57,143 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 56,841 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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DVT 442J is a 1970 Austin Sprite in Yellow with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1970 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 34,836 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 DVT 442J, 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 56 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DVT 442J registered?

DVT 442J is a 1970 Austin Sprite, first registered on 18 August 1970.

Is DVT 442J safe to buy?

The MOT history for DVT 442J shows 13 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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