WFX20 - AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE
MOT: ExemptGB
·Last updated 14 days ago
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 Austin-Healey division of the British Motor Corporation between 1958 and 1961, this model quickly gained popularity among enthusiasts for its lightweight construction and agile handling. Featuring a compact two-door roadster body and a modest yet lively engine, the Sprite was designed to deliver an engaging driving experience. Its distinctive front-end styling, with prominent round headlights, remains an iconic feature of the vehicle. As a product of British automotive ingenuity, the Austin Healey Sprite continues to be celebrated for its simplicity, fun factor, and enduring appeal among vintage car collectors.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 9 MOT tests
This Austin Healey Sprite, registration WFX20, was manufactured in 1959 and first registered in May 1959. It features a red exterior and is equipped with a 998cc petrol engine. The vehicle is currently taxed and has a recorded mileage of 9,525 miles. It is exempt from MOT testing; the latest test was conducted on 4 May 2012, with an expiry date of 17 May 2013. The MOT advisory notes slight play in the nearside front axle king pin and/or bush, but no serious issues are recorded. No CO2 emissions data is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
9
Passed Tests
7
Failed Tests
2
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 04 May 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 9,525 mi
Expires: 17 May 2013
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
Passed - 18 May 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 6,317 mi
Expires: 17 May 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 14 May 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 4,204 mi
Expires: 14 May 2011
Passed - 12 May 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 2,547 mi
Expires: 14 May 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 12 May 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 1,037 mi
Expires: 14 May 2009
Failed - 12 May 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 1,037 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
Passed - 14 May 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 15,630 mi
Expires: 14 May 2008
Passed - 15 May 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,666 mi
Expires: 14 May 2007
Failed - 09 May 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 10,523 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for WFX20?
This vehicle is MOT exempt.
What is the tax status of WFX20?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 June 2026.
What are the specifications of WFX20?
This is a 1959 AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE in Red. It runs on Petrol with a 998cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of WFX20?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.