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C478 RMV

1985 Austin Maestro City

Beige Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

69,942 mi
Last recorded69,942 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2007
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro City46,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC478 RMV
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro City
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2007 69,942 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 69,942 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

rear number starting to deteriorate

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro City?

Based on 575 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,389
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 20
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
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C478 RMV is a 1985 Austin Maestro City in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Austin Maestro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 46,215 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro City fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C478 RMV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro City typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Maestro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C478 RMV registered?

C478 RMV is a 1985 Austin Maestro City, first registered on 8 October 1985.

Is C478 RMV safe to buy?

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