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A686 THK

1984 Austin Maestro L

Brown Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,323 mi
Last recorded105,323 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2008
Typical for 1984 Austin Maestro L46,235 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA686 THK
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1984
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 16 Sep 2008 105,323 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Sep 2007 105,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2006 105,118 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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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A686 THK is a 1984 Austin Maestro L in Brown with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A686 THK, 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 A686 THK registered?

A686 THK is a 1984 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 5 April 1984.

Is A686 THK safe to buy?

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