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C432 MHK

1986 Austin Maestro L

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

28,421 mi
Last recorded28,421 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2022
Typical for 1986 Austin Maestro L58,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC432 MHK
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2022 28,421 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 28,411 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 27,913 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2018 27,534 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 26,777 miles

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 7 Mar 2016 26,523 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2016 26,505 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 26,030 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 26,022 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 25,494 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 25,494 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 15,316 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2010 15,013 miles

brake pad warning light on

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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C432 MHK is a 1986 Austin Maestro L in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1986 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 58,620 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 C432 MHK, 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 40 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 C432 MHK registered?

C432 MHK is a 1986 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 30 April 1986.

Is C432 MHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C432 MHK shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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