1959 Austin Healey Sprite 0.9L Petrol · 246 DYD
1959 Austin Healey Sprite (0.9L, petrol). First registered 01 May 1959. Recorded mileage 95,164 miles. MOT expired on 06 Feb 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- AUSTIN HEALEY SPRITE
- Year / Origin
- 1959
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Feb 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 95,164 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 0.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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246 DYD Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/02/2025
- 95,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
246 DYD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1959 Austin Healey Sprite (246 DYD) between September 2023 and February 2025.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
246 DYD Mileage History
- 27/09/202394,561 mi
- 07/02/202595,164 mi+603 mi
Average of roughly 441 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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