3481N - AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE
MOT: ExemptGB
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The Austin Healey Sprite, often affectionately called the 'Frogeye' or 'Frogeye Sprite,' is a classic British sports car renowned for its distinctive design and spirited performance. Manufactured by the British Motor Corporation (BMC) from 1958 to 1961, this compact vehicle quickly gained popularity among enthusiasts for its lightweight construction and agile handling. Key features include a small, efficient engine and a simple yet charming aesthetic that reflects its era. The Sprite's enduring appeal lies in its blend of affordability, fun driving dynamics, and historical significance within the British motoring landscape, making it a sought-after collector’s item today.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 11 MOT tests
The vehicle is an Austin Healey Sprite, registration 3481N, manufactured in 1959 and first registered in August 1959. It has a white exterior and is equipped with a 948cc petrol engine. The car is currently taxed and has an MOT exemption. Its latest MOT test was conducted on 8 August 2022, with the certificate valid until 7 August 2023. The recorded mileage is 20,057 miles. The MOT advisory notes include a non-excessive oil leak affecting the engine and rear axle. No CO2 emissions data is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
11
Passed Tests
9
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 08 August 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 20,057 mi
Expires: 07 August 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 26 July 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 20,033 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive engine and rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 02 October 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 17,242 mi
Expires: 01 October 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Some play in front king pins,but not excessive enough to fail
Passed - 15 July 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 11,777 mi
Expires: 12 August 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory One exhaust mounting missing
- Advisory Some play in both front kingpins,but not excessive enough to fail
- Advisory Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Passed - 13 August 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,392 mi
Expires: 12 August 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Slight leak on front exhaust joint
- Advisory Slight play in offside front wheel bearing
- Advisory Slight play in offside front lower king pin bush
Passed - 25 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,059 mi
Expires: 24 June 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Failed - 11 June 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,037 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- Major Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed - 11 July 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 8,241 mi
Expires: 20 July 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
- Advisory Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed - 21 July 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 7,466 mi
Expires: 20 July 2011
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
- Advisory Offside Front Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)
Passed - 03 July 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 6,000 mi
Expires: 17 July 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
- Advisory Offside Front Lower Axle swivel joint has slight movement between a swivel joint and its housing (2.5.A.1b)
- Advisory Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Front Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed - 18 July 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,685 mi
Expires: 17 July 2009
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 3481N?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of 3481N?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 July 2026.
What are the specifications of 3481N?
This is a 1959 AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE in White. It runs on Petrol with a 948cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 3481N?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.