Austin Healey Sprite

Red · Petrol · 1962 · 1,275 cc

WDR 791MOT history

WDR 791 is a red petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 6 Apr 1962. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 90,392 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
90,392 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
WDR 791
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Austin Healey
Model
Sprite
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,275 cc
Year of manufacture
1962
First used
6 Apr 1962
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

WDR 791 was last recorded at 90,392 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 51 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,341 miles · 24 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
51 miles
Average per year
235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,392 miles
  • 2020 – 90,341 miles
  • 2019 – 90,096 miles
  • 2018 – 89,541 miles
  • 2017 – 89,493 miles
  • 2016 – 89,345 miles
  • 2014 – 89,219 miles
  • 2013 – 89,025 miles
  • 2012 – 88,464 miles
  • 2010 – 88,086 miles
  • 2009 – 87,763 miles
  • 2008 – 87,645 miles
  • 2007 – 87,239 miles
  • 2006 – 86,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,392 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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,392 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,392 miles
    Test number
    374950646257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,341 miles (+245)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    90,341 miles
    Test number
    661343966749
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Slight play trunions
    • AdvisoryParking brake ( secondary ) balance only just met - 30% - low reading O/S

  3. Pass90,096 miles (+555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,096 miles
    Test number
    288668136673
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySlight play in front lower trunions

  4. Pass89,541 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    89,541 miles
    Test number
    783020201263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,493 miles (+148)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,493 miles
    Test number
    622246623528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass89,345 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    89,345 miles
    Test number
    140733546201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    89,219 miles
    Test number
    977610024174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,219 miles (+194)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,219 miles
    Test number
    598389514116
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  9. Pass89,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    647634813121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail89,025 miles (+561)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,025 miles
    Test number
    238743813434
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  11. Pass88,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,464 miles
    Test number
    928721812156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,464 miles (+378)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,464 miles
    Test number
    606619602158
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass88,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,086 miles
    Test number
    333805030472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail88,086 miles (+323)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,086 miles
    Test number
    121305530208
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass87,763 miles (+118)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    87,763 miles
    Test number
    160051639140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass87,645 miles (+406)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    87,645 miles
    Test number
    731275108198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass87,239 miles (+774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    87,239 miles
    Test number
    430166407168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn linkage (2.7.4)

  18. Pass86,465 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    86,465 miles
    Test number
    644025706130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about WDR 791

What vehicle is registration WDR 791 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show WDR 791 on a red petrol Austin Healey Sprite first used on 6 Apr 1962. 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 WDR 791 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on WDR 791 expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on WDR 791?
The MOT on WDR 791 expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has WDR 791 done?
WDR 791 was recorded at 90,392 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 235 miles a year.
Has WDR 791 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. WDR 791 has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2014.
Has the mileage on WDR 791 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 WDR 791 find?
WDR 791 passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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