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C915 TLX

1985 Austin Maestro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2025
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,327 mi
Last recorded18,327 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2024
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro42,956 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC915 TLX
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2024 18,327 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases central exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 18,259 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

spare wheel defective, has no pressure

Pass 3 Oct 2019 18,083 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective little or no pressure ()

Fail 3 Oct 2019 18,083 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle silencer has several small holes (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective little or no pressure ()

Pass 20 Oct 2018 17,688 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly out of shape 'stepping' on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2018 17,668 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Electrical wiring insulation in such a condition there is an imminent risk of fire or formation of sparks bare wire/connector in engine compartment likely to touch hot and or rotating (hot) parts (4.11 (c) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre slightly out of shape 'stepping' on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 17,002 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak ()

brake pad warning light lit on dashboard

Pass 6 Oct 2015 15,660 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 14,638 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 14,638 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2013 14,002 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
1,530
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 23
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
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C915 TLX is a 1985 Austin Maestro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Austin Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 42,956 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C915 TLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Maestro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C915 TLX registered?

C915 TLX is a 1985 Austin Maestro, first registered on 16 September 1985.

Is C915 TLX safe to buy?

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