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Austin Healey Sprite

Red · Petrol · 1961 · 1,098 cc

DAY 330MOT history

DAY 330 is a red petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 16 Mar 1961. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 8,716 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
8,716 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
394 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DAY 330
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin
Model
Healey Sprite
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,098 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
16 Mar 1961
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DAY 330 was last recorded at 8,716 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 1,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
7,181 miles · 13 Jun 2018
Between the last two tests
1,535 miles
Average per year
394 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 8,716 miles
  • 2018 – 7,181 miles
  • 2017 – 7,164 miles
  • 2016 – 6,985 miles
  • 2014 – 6,732 miles
  • 2013 – 6,594 miles
  • 2012 – 6,383 miles
  • 2011 – 5,803 miles
  • 2010 – 4,917 miles
  • 2009 – 3,910 miles
  • 2008 – 2,494 miles
  • 2007 – 2,471 miles
  • 2006 – 913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass8,716 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.

  • Offside handbrake rod has some freeplay at outer piviot point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Has cracks in fiberglass body but not within structal points time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Seat fixing bolts just come through lock nuts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass8,716 miles (+1,535)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    8,716 miles
    Test number
    140256949798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass7,181 miles (+17)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    7,181 miles
    Test number
    657946035812
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to body

  3. Pass7,164 miles (+179)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    7,164 miles
    Test number
    915217289158
    • AdvisoryCracks in fibreglass body but with any structural/fixing points time of test
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear suspension arm upper bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion around offside seat fixing point

  4. Pass6,985 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    6,985 miles
    Test number
    710768682915
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake rod has some freeplay at outer piviot point
    • AdvisoryHas cracks in fiberglass body but not within structal points time of test
    • AdvisorySeat fixing bolts just come through lock nuts

  5. Fail6,985 miles (+253)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,985 miles
    Test number
    884997186646
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing drop link securing nut loose (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside handbrake rod has some freeplay at outer piviot point
    • AdvisoryHas cracks in fiberglass body but not within structal points time of test
    • AdvisorySeat fixing bolts just come through lock nuts

  6. Pass6,732 miles (+138)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    6,732 miles
    Test number
    618523324396
    • NoteOil leak

  7. Pass6,594 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    6,594 miles
    Test number
    376188773110
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSign of wear on the nearside rear tyre inner wall. tyre not fouling at the time of the test

  8. Fail6,594 miles (+211)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,594 miles
    Test number
    308938773109
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSign of wear on the nearside rear tyre inner wall. tyre not fouling at the time of the test

  9. Pass6,383 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    6,383 miles
    Test number
    409779272171
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMinor damage to the nearside floorpan under passanger seat but not within the seatbelt prescribed area
    • NoteSpare wheel fitted to the nearside front at the time of the retest

  10. Fail6,383 miles (+580)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,383 miles
    Test number
    759038672102
    • DangerousFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteMinor damage to the nearside floorpan under passanger seat but not within the seatbelt prescribed area

  11. Pass5,803 miles (+886)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    5,803 miles
    Test number
    409049071152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHand brake has long travle.

  12. Pass4,917 miles (+1,007)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    4,917 miles
    Test number
    540221340166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass3,910 miles (+1,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    3,910 miles
    Test number
    543246949174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass2,494 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    2,494 miles
    Test number
    863114548174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass2,471 miles (+1,558)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    2,471 miles
    Test number
    210794387274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass913 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    913 miles
    Test number
    332159396243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DAY 330

What vehicle is registration DAY 330 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DAY 330 on a red petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 16 Mar 1961. 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 DAY 330 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DAY 330 is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on DAY 330?
The MOT on DAY 330 is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DAY 330 done?
DAY 330 was recorded at 8,716 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 394 miles a year.
Has DAY 330 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DAY 330 has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2016.
Has the mileage on DAY 330 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 DAY 330 find?
DAY 330 passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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