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A937 OUM

1984 Austin Maestro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,601 mi
Last recorded30,601 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2006
Typical for 1984 Austin Maestro L46,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA937 OUM
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2006 30,601 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2006 30,601 miles

Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2005 28,733 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

advised customer offside rear bumper damaged but not projecting sharp edges recommended the advisory items to be rectified.

bumper insecure

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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A937 OUM is a 1984 Austin Maestro L in Blue 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 A937 OUM, 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 A937 OUM registered?

A937 OUM is a 1984 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 9 March 1984.

Is A937 OUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A937 OUM 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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