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C694 OVH

1986 Austin Maestro L

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,179 mi
Last recorded59,179 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 1986 Austin Maestro L58,620 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC694 OVH
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1986
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 59,179 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2013 59,179 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2012 58,475 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 57,228 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 53,514 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 48,991 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 44,702 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 44,702 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 40,832 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 36,625 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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C694 OVH is a 1986 Austin Maestro L in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 C694 OVH, 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 C694 OVH registered?

C694 OVH is a 1986 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 30 June 1986.

Is C694 OVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C694 OVH shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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