MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
97,738 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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inner and outer sills slightly corroded
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 500 City?
Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 521 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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D288 BBJ is a 1986 Austin Maestro 500 City in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1986 Austin Maestro 500 City models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 95,753 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Austin Maestro 500 City fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 418 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D288 BBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Maestro 500 City typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 40 years old, this Austin Maestro 500 City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was D288 BBJ registered?
D288 BBJ is a 1986 Austin Maestro 500 City, first registered on 24 November 1986.
Is D288 BBJ safe to buy?
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Does D288 BBJ have outstanding finance?
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