1968 Frogeye Sprite KIT Healey 1.3L Petrol · PYB 468F

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistent history of passes following an early mechanical correction. The most recent test conducted on 26 May 2022 at 2,121 miles recorded no defects whatsoever, indicating that the vehicle met all minimum safety standards at that time. Given that the last test occurred over four years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for an MOT inspection to verify its continued mechanical integrity and road safety. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 37 miles per year over its 58-year lifespan. Between July 2015 and May 2022, the vehicle covered only 336 miles, moving from 2,085 to 2,121 miles. This extreme low-usage suggests the car is a fair item that likely sits stationary for long periods. While this minimizes wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it significantly increases the risk of fluid degradation, perished rubber seals, and corrosion on brake components due to a lack of operational heat. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system, noting the vehicle failed in August 2013 at 2,048 miles due to imbalanced brakes across an axle. Although this was rectified, the subsequent low mileage necessitates a thorough check to ensure calipers and brake lines have not seized or corroded from inactivity. The structural integrity of the chassis and body also requires a close look, as vintage kit cars of this era are prone to hidden rust that a standard MOT may not fully capture without deep scrutiny.