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XOE 71J

1971 Austin Sprite

Orange Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

48,731 mi
Last recorded48,731 miles
Recorded on16 May 2018
Typical for 1971 Austin Sprite37,102 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXOE 71J
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1971
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2018 48,731 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 48,547 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 48,488 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 48,169 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 47,775 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 47,682 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 47,660 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 47,284 miles

Battery insecure

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

front valance lower edge corrded

n/s wiper rubber split

o/s/f under bonnet chassis webb starting to corrode

Fail 15 Jul 2008 47,284 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Battery insecure

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

front valance lower edge corrded

n/s wiper rubber split

o/s/f under bonnet chassis webb starting to corrode

Pass 13 Jun 2007 47,275 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

furrule has surface corrosion on rear brake hose

heavy surface corrosion to fuel tank

lock tab missing from n/s/f brake caliper [possible lock tight used]

n/s wiper blade split

Pass 23 Jun 2006 47,250 miles

near side wiper blade is starting to split.

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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XOE 71J is a 1971 Austin Sprite in Orange with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XOE 71J, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XOE 71J registered?

XOE 71J is a 1971 Austin Sprite, first registered on 15 February 1971.

Is XOE 71J safe to buy?

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