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B862 AAG

1985 Austin Maestro L

Silver Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,877 mi
Last recorded59,877 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro L59,317 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB862 AAG
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2006 59,877 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 59,877 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 59,582 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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B862 AAG is a 1985 Austin Maestro L in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 59,317 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 B862 AAG, 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 B862 AAG registered?

B862 AAG is a 1985 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 10 July 1985.

Is B862 AAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B862 AAG 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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