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C212 XJT

1985 Austin Maestro L

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

95,820 mi
Last recorded95,820 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro L59,317 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC212 XJT
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 95,820 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 95,534 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 95,103 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 95,098 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle reading lower (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp when stop lamps on (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working with position lamps on (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake reading low

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

check tailgate latch to tailgate attachment

Pass 25 Jul 2022 93,242 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 90,583 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 87,619 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 84,919 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 82,350 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 80,173 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 77,589 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 74,878 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 72,266 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 69,636 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 66,690 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 66,690 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

one exhaust rubber about to split

Pass 2 Aug 2011 63,843 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2010 61,434 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 57,977 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 57,977 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 57,138 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 56,013 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 54,367 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2005 53,067 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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C212 XJT is a 1985 Austin Maestro L in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C212 XJT, 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 C212 XJT registered?

C212 XJT is a 1985 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 31 October 1985.

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