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B748 TFC

1984 Austin Maestro L

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

66,687 mi
Last recorded66,687 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1984 Austin Maestro L46,235 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB748 TFC
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 66,687 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 65,959 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 20 Oct 2009 65,959 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 65,948 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 65,948 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2007 65,946 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 65,944 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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B748 TFC is a 1984 Austin Maestro L in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 B748 TFC, 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 B748 TFC registered?

B748 TFC is a 1984 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 2 August 1984.

Is B748 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B748 TFC shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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