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YVN 898

1961 Austin Sprite

Blue Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,552 mi
Last recorded24,552 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 1961 Austin Sprite35,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVN 898
MakeAustin
ModelSprite
Year1961
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 24,552 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 23,088 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 22,856 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2007 22,856 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 22,581 miles

slight play in both front wheel bearings

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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YVN 898 is a 1961 Austin Sprite in Blue with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1961 Austin Sprite models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 35,689 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YVN 898, 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 65 years old, this Austin Sprite is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YVN 898?

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What year was YVN 898 registered?

YVN 898 is a 1961 Austin Sprite, first registered on 23 May 1961.

Is YVN 898 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVN 898 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YVN 898 have outstanding finance?

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