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A189 PVW

1984 Austin Maestro L

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,455 mi
Last recorded58,455 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2009
Typical for 1984 Austin Maestro L46,235 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA189 PVW
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2009 58,455 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 Nov 2007 57,810 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Nov 2007 57,810 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?

Based on 4,020 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,071
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 487
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 280
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 159
constant velocity joint gaiter split 155
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A189 PVW is a 1984 Austin Maestro L in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1984 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 46,235 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A189 PVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro L typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Maestro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A189 PVW registered?

A189 PVW is a 1984 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 24 January 1984.

Is A189 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A189 PVW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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