8989PX - AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE
MOT: ExemptGB
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The Austin Healey Sprite, often affectionately called the 'Frogeye' or 'Bugeye' Sprite, is a classic British sports car renowned for its charming 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 agility. Featuring a lightweight body and a modest yet lively engine, the Sprite offered an engaging driving experience that made it a favourite in the small sports car segment. Its distinctive front-end design, with prominent round headlights, remains an iconic feature that continues to captivate collectors and vintage car lovers today.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 20 MOT tests
This Austin Healey Sprite, registration 8989PX, was manufactured in 1960 and first registered in September 1960. It features a blue exterior and is equipped with a 948cc petrol engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a recorded mileage of 5,855 miles. It was exempt from MOT testing, with the latest test conducted on 27 April 2017 and expired on 26 April 2018. The MOT advisories include slight play in front axle king pins and track rod end ball joints, as well as corrosion on the offside front brake pipe and fluctuating rear brake performance. No CO2 emissions data is available. Overall, the vehicle presents with minor mechanical advisories consistent with its age.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
20
Passed Tests
12
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 27 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,855 mi
Expires: 26 April 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded From master cylinder. (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Failed - 18 April 2017 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,850 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Front Fuel system component leaking Carb area. (7.2.3)
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Leaf spring linkage pin not correctly positioned Rubbing on axle bracket. (2.4.B.3a)
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Major Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Major Offside Rear Braking system leaking Hub. (3.6.A.1)
- Major Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded From master cylinder. (3.6.B.2c)
- Advisory Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- Advisory Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Passed - 18 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,773 mi
Expires: 17 April 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Nearside Front Slight lift in king pin.
Failed - 13 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,772 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
- Major Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
- Major Battery insecure (1.9.1)
- Major Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
- Major Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Major Nearside Rear front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
- Major Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail. (2.4.A.3)
- Major Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Major Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- Major Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- Major Fuel system component leaking Carburettor. (7.2.3)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Nearside Front Slight lift in king pin.
Passed - 09 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,704 mi
Expires: 14 April 2016
Passed - 10 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,575 mi
Expires: 14 April 2015
Failed - 09 April 2014 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,573 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Passed - 08 April 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,377 mi
Expires: 14 April 2014
Passed - 13 April 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,265 mi
Expires: 14 April 2013
Failed - 10 April 2012 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,259 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Major Defects:
- Major Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Major Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- Major Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- Major Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- Major front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Passed - 15 April 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,134 mi
Expires: 14 April 2012
Failed - 05 April 2011 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 5,129 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Major Defects:
- Major Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Major Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
Passed - 14 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,919 mi
Expires: 13 April 2011
Failed - 06 April 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,913 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
- Major Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Major Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Major rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
Passed - 30 March 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,634 mi
Expires: 06 April 2010
Passed - 28 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,065 mi
Expires: 06 April 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
Failed - 26 March 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,060 mi
Major Defects:
- Major front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
- Major Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
Passed - 28 March 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 3,486 mi
Expires: 06 April 2008
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Passed - 15 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 3,026 mi
Expires: 06 April 2007
Failed - 15 March 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 3,026 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- Major Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
- Major Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 8989PX?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of 8989PX?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 April 2026.
What are the specifications of 8989PX?
This is a 1960 AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 948cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 8989PX?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.