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MMX 31C

1972 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

21,865 mi
Last recorded21,865 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 1972 Austin Healey Sprite22,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMMX 31C
MakeAustin Healey
ModelSprite
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 21,865 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 21,817 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 21,806 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 21,657 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 21,635 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2013 21,402 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 21,059 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 20,965 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 20,414 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,227 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 19,912 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 19,475 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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MMX 31C is a 1972 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 MMX 31C, 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 MMX 31C?

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What year was MMX 31C registered?

MMX 31C is a 1972 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 5 April 1972.

Is MMX 31C safe to buy?

The MOT history for MMX 31C shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MMX 31C have outstanding finance?

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