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B423 KRY

1984 Austin Maestro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

31,518 mi
Last recorded31,518 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2023
Typical for 1984 Austin Maestro L46,235 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB423 KRY
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2023 31,518 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 31,510 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 31,502 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 31,497 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 31,494 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 31,483 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 31,468 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 31,435 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 31,413 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 31,348 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 31,253 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 31,105 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 30,713 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 30,484 miles

nearside front b hose coverd in oil

Pass 24 Apr 2008 30,253 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 30,253 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 30,064 miles

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

Fail 27 Mar 2007 30,060 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Apr 2006 29,747 miles

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

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

slight blow from exhaust manifold

Fail 30 Mar 2006 29,747 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

slight blow from exhaust manifold

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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B423 KRY is a 1984 Austin Maestro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 B423 KRY, 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 B423 KRY registered?

B423 KRY is a 1984 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 10 September 1984.

Is B423 KRY safe to buy?

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