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TBK 74K

1971 Austin Sprite

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,236 mi
Last recorded29,236 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTBK 74K
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Jun 2017 29,236 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 29,185 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 29,147 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 28,967 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 28,878 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 28,436 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 28,283 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 27,847 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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TBK 74K is a 1971 Austin Sprite in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1971 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 37,102 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 TBK 74K, 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 55 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TBK 74K registered?

TBK 74K is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 16 September 1971.

Is TBK 74K safe to buy?

The MOT history for TBK 74K 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.

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