Austin Healey Sprite

Green · Petrol · 1958 · 948 cc

603 UXDMOT history

603 UXD is a green petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 1 Apr 1982. Its MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023 and it has passed 10 of 19 MOT tests, with 64,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Aug 2023
Mileage
64,305 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
10 passed · 9 failed
Per year
195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
603 UXD
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin Healey
Model
Sprite
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
948 cc
Year of manufacture
1958
First used
1 Apr 1982
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

603 UXD was last recorded at 64,305 miles on 11 Aug 2022, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,293 miles · 7 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 64,305 miles
  • 2016 – 63,558 miles
  • 2014 – 63,355 miles
  • 2013 – 63,308 miles
  • 2012 – 63,045 miles
  • 2011 – 62,700 miles
  • 2010 – 62,474 miles
  • 2009 – 61,992 miles
  • 2007 – 61,515 miles
  • 2006 – 61,103 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,305 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor and spring mounts heavily welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,305 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    64,305 miles
    Test number
    943869259650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gear box and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear floor and spring mounts heavily welded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail64,293 miles (+735)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,293 miles
    Test number
    521520276396
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff casing seal leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,558 miles (+203)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    63,558 miles
    Test number
    269458036247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,355 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,355 miles
    Test number
    286084054205
    • NoteLot of front brake imbalance when both sides checked together
    • NoteMain beam warning lamp not working

  5. Fail63,355 miles (+47)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,355 miles
    Test number
    648043454208
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteLot of front brake imbalance when both sides checked together
    • NoteMain beam warning lamp not working

  6. Pass63,308 miles (+9)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,308 miles
    Test number
    806384413209
    • NoteMain beam warning lamp stays on all the time any lights are on.

  7. Fail63,299 miles (+254)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,299 miles
    Test number
    865913403287
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteMain beam warning lamp stays on all the time any lights are on.

  8. Pass63,045 miles (+345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    63,045 miles
    Test number
    178062872186
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass62,700 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,700 miles
    Test number
    139403331120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,698 miles (+224)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,698 miles
    Test number
    948615121188
    • FailureBrake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

  11. Pass62,474 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    62,474 miles
    Test number
    172473600101
    • NoteBoth rear tyres age cracking. Brake and fuel pipes could be better secured under floor pan.

  12. Fail62,474 miles (+482)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,474 miles
    Test number
    823743700192
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres age cracking. Brake and fuel pipes could be better secured under floor pan.

  13. Pass61,992 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,992 miles
    Test number
    422125879097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,978 miles (+463)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,978 miles
    Test number
    684148559048
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass61,515 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    61,515 miles
    Test number
    621408907144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,504 miles (+401)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,504 miles
    Test number
    354473507185
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass61,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    61,103 miles
    Test number
    751905706121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,103 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,103 miles
    Test number
    184828486427
    • FailureCentre Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  19. Fail61,103 miles7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,103 miles
    Test number
    284019676029
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight binding o/s/front brake.

Questions about 603 UXD

What vehicle is registration 603 UXD currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 603 UXD on a green petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 1 Apr 1982. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 603 UXD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 603 UXD expired on 10 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 603 UXD?
The MOT on 603 UXD expired on 10 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 603 UXD done?
603 UXD was recorded at 64,305 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2022, an average of 195 miles a year.
Has 603 UXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 603 UXD has failed 9 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on 603 UXD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 603 UXD find?
603 UXD passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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