5599WX - AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE
MOT: ExemptGB
·Last updated 15 days ago
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 affordability and agile handling. The Sprite was powered by a small, lively engine, making it ideal for both casual driving and spirited motoring. Its unique features include a lightweight body, simple yet effective engineering, and a charming, instantly recognisable front-end with prominent headlamps. As a product of the late 1950s and early 1960s, the Austin Healey Sprite remains a beloved icon in British motoring history, celebrated for its blend of style, simplicity, and fun behind the wheel.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 13 MOT tests
The vehicle is an Austin Healey Sprite, registration 5599WX, manufactured in 1961 and first registered in January 1961. It has a blue exterior and is equipped with a 948cc petrol engine. The car is exempt from MOT testing and was last tested on 2 May 2019, with no advisories noted. Its current recorded mileage is 5,715 miles. The vehicle is currently taxed. No information on CO2 emissions is available. Overall, the car is a classic model with a low mileage and a valid tax status.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
13
Passed Tests
11
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 02 May 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,715 mi
Expires: 02 November 2020
Passed - 03 May 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,627 mi
Expires: 02 May 2019
Passed - 31 August 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,288 mi
Expires: 30 August 2018
Passed - 17 February 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,084 mi
Expires: 28 February 2018
Passed - 26 February 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 3,077 mi
Expires: 28 February 2017
Passed - 27 February 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 2,111 mi
Expires: 28 February 2016
Failed - 27 February 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 2,111 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
- Major Offside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed - 01 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 0 mi
Expires: 28 February 2015
Passed - 17 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,640 mi
Expires: 21 April 2011
Failed - 16 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 37,619 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Passed - 22 April 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,582 mi
Expires: 21 April 2010
Passed - 25 October 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,423 mi
Expires: 24 October 2008
Passed - 25 April 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 36,027 mi
Expires: 24 April 2007
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 5599WX?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of 5599WX?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 May 2025.
What are the specifications of 5599WX?
This is a 1961 AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 948cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 5599WX?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.