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KFP 765K

1972 Austin Healey Sprite

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

85,935 mi
Last recorded85,935 miles
Recorded on12 May 2016
Typical for 1972 Austin Healey Sprite22,956 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKFP 765K
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2016 85,935 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 85,854 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 85,787 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 85,669 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 85,465 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 85,191 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 85,191 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 84,791 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 84,356 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 84,320 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

n/s and o/s floor pan showing signs off corrosion

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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KFP 765K is a 1972 Austin Healey Sprite in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1972 Austin Healey Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 22,956 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 KFP 765K, 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 54 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 KFP 765K?

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What year was KFP 765K registered?

KFP 765K is a 1972 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 19 May 1972.

Is KFP 765K safe to buy?

The MOT history for KFP 765K shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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