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A899 JEY

1983 Austin Maestro

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,458 mi
Last recorded54,458 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 1983 Austin Maestro52,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA899 JEY
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 54,458 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 51,937 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 47,851 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2021 46,232 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 46,150 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 43,732 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 43,495 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 43,488 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 42,836 miles

Coolant leak

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

brake pipes greased

o/s wiper slight smear

rear tyres minor deterioration & cuts

screen edge minor condensation damage

Fail 3 May 2013 42,834 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

brake pipes greased

o/s wiper slight smear

rear tyres minor deterioration & cuts

screen edge minor condensation damage

Pass 28 Apr 2012 42,555 miles

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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A899 JEY is a 1983 Austin Maestro in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A899 JEY, 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 A899 JEY registered?

A899 JEY is a 1983 Austin Maestro, first registered on 25 August 1983.

Is A899 JEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for A899 JEY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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