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XAM 616

1983 Austin Healey Sprite

Blue Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

44,191 mi
Last recorded44,191 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXAM 616
MakeAustin
ModelHealey Sprite
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc
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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2018 44,191 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 44,191 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2013 44,135 miles

Oil leak

nearside front tyre cracking in outer sidewall

offside front tyre cracking in outer sidewall

Pass 21 Apr 2011 44,120 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 44,120 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

front brake discs corroded/pitted

Pass 1 Apr 2010 44,088 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 44,033 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

clutch slave cylinder weaping fluid

offside front & rear tyres cracking

Fail 9 Jun 2008 44,033 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

clutch slave cylinder weaping fluid

offside front & rear tyres cracking

Pass 23 Mar 2007 43,731 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 43,725 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Front Road wheel spoke slightly loose (4.2.A.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2006 43,531 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Healey Sprite?

Based on 10,514 MOT tests across 1,307 vehicles.

81.0%
Pass Rate
232
Miles/Year
68
Year Lifespan
1,307
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 297
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 293
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 221
brake recording little or no effort 199
Stop lamp not working 186
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XAM 616 is a 1983 Austin Healey Sprite in Blue with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Austin Healey Sprite fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 297 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XAM 616, 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 43 years old, this Austin Healey Sprite is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was XAM 616 registered?

XAM 616 is a 1983 Austin Healey Sprite, first registered on 1 September 1983.

Is XAM 616 safe to buy?

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