MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,226 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Fuel cap/sealing device mounting flange/sealing method defective (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS
Nearside Lower Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Presence of fibreglass repairs to body
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
n/s/r wheel bearing / slight noise
o/s/r wheel arch corroded
Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS
Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto?
Based on 844 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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A998 VAV is a 1984 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1984 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 49,029 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 1.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A998 VAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was A998 VAV registered?
A998 VAV is a 1984 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 5 July 1984.
Is A998 VAV safe to buy?
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