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B351 AFC

1985 Austin Maestro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,923 mi
Last recorded50,923 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro L59,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB351 AFC
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 50,923 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2008 50,923 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2007 46,143 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 39,938 miles

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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B351 AFC is a 1985 Austin Maestro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 59,317 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 B351 AFC, 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 41 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 B351 AFC registered?

B351 AFC is a 1985 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 7 May 1985.

Is B351 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B351 AFC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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