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Austin Sprite

Black · Petrol · 1959 · 1,275 cc

881 LMHMOT history

881 LMH is a black petrol Austin Sprite first used on 26 Mar 1959. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 8,803 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
8,803 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
881 LMH
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Sprite
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1959
First used
26 Mar 1959
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

881 LMH was last recorded at 8,803 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 726 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Nov 2007: 14,533 miles, lower than 73,902 miles on 12 Dec 2006.
  • 29 Jun 2015: 226 miles, lower than 79,172 miles on 23 Jun 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
8,077 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
726 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 8,803 miles
  • 2025 – 8,077 miles
  • 2024 – 7,435 miles
  • 2023 – 6,572 miles
  • 2022 – 5,732 miles
  • 2021 – 5,119 miles
  • 2020 – 4,691 miles
  • 2019 – 4,428 miles
  • 2018 – 3,080 miles
  • 2017 – 2,052 miles
  • 2016 – 1,108 miles
  • 2015 – 230 miles
  • 2014 – 79,172 miles
  • 2013 – 78,534 miles
  • 2012 – 78,154 miles
  • 2011 – 77,467 miles
  • 2010 – 76,588 miles
  • 2009 – 75,366 miles
  • 2008 – 14,603 miles
  • 2007 – 14,533 miles
  • 2006 – 73,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,803 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,803 miles (+726)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    8,803 miles
    Test number
    197300486855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass8,077 miles (+642)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    8,077 miles
    Test number
    970232989782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass7,435 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    7,435 miles
    Test number
    833361535904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail7,435 miles (+863)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    7,435 miles
    Test number
    541508251636
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass6,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    6,572 miles
    Test number
    637632341009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail6,572 miles (+840)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,572 miles
    Test number
    272869267113
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass5,732 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    5,732 miles
    Test number
    513874198707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail5,370 miles (+251)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,370 miles
    Test number
    858186005322
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached Nylock nut not fully engaged with thread. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached No locking nut fitted. (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass5,119 miles (+428)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    5,119 miles
    Test number
    562217778137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass4,691 miles (+263)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    4,691 miles
    Test number
    384639957749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass4,428 miles (+1,348)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    4,428 miles
    Test number
    700004568354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass3,080 miles (+1,028)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    3,080 miles
    Test number
    470894378974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass2,052 miles (+944)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    2,052 miles
    Test number
    709038763193
    • AdvisoryAdvise leak around n/s/r drum area

  14. Pass1,108 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    1,108 miles
    Test number
    201661027692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass230 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    230 miles
    Test number
    979784985109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail226 miles (-78,946)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226 miles
    Test number
    576180285116
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass79,172 miles (+638)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    79,172 miles
    Test number
    636244274174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,534 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    78,534 miles
    Test number
    116360903247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail78,532 miles (+378)13 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,532 miles
    Test number
    706071893142
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass78,154 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    78,154 miles
    Test number
    956734272139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass77,467 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,467 miles
    Test number
    669881381129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass76,588 miles (+1,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,588 miles
    Test number
    282748780497
    • NoteRear part front to rear brake pipe low to ground

  23. Pass75,366 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    75,366 miles
    Test number
    251071899486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail75,365 miles (+60,762)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,365 miles
    Test number
    102230389145
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • FailureOffside Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake clevis joint excessively worn and seriously weakened (3.5.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass14,603 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    14,603 miles
    Test number
    690433998117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,533 miles (-59,369)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    14,533 miles
    Test number
    774219907398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass73,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    73,902 miles
    Test number
    160036446307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 881 LMH

What vehicle is registration 881 LMH currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 881 LMH on a black petrol Austin Sprite first used on 26 Mar 1959. 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 881 LMH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 881 LMH is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 881 LMH?
The MOT on 881 LMH is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 881 LMH done?
881 LMH was recorded at 8,803 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026.
Has 881 LMH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 881 LMH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on 881 LMH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Nov 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 881 LMH find?
881 LMH passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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