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A423 VOP

1983 Austin Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

145,250 mi
Last recorded145,250 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2006
Typical for 1983 Austin Maestro52,704 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA423 VOP
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2006 145,250 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2006 145,250 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c)

Offside Inner Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 141,454 miles

several welding repairs to vehicle. some corrosion in offside front inner wing.

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
1,530
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 23
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
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A423 VOP is a 1983 Austin Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Austin Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 52,704 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 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A423 VOP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was A423 VOP registered?

A423 VOP is a 1983 Austin Maestro, first registered on 14 November 1983.

Is A423 VOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A423 VOP 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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