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E244 FVX

1988 Austin Maestro L

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

70,909 mi
Last recorded70,909 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2014
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro L59,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE244 FVX
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2014 70,909 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 67,208 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Sep 2013 67,208 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Oil leak

Fail 30 Jul 2012 57,641 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 57,641 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 46,806 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

SLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT HUBS

Fail 14 Oct 2010 45,345 miles

O/s rear tyre showing perishing , advise changing soon

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 45,345 miles

O/s rear tyre showing perishing , advise changing soon

Pass 28 Aug 2009 45,147 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated.

Fail 11 Aug 2009 45,133 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated.

Pass 18 Apr 2008 44,961 miles

Slight corrosion rigid brake pipes.

Pass 25 Apr 2007 44,572 miles

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

Front brake pads may be worn thin unable to assess with wheels fitted.

Some flaking of rigid brake pipes protective corrosion, no deep pitting evident.

Pass 28 Apr 2006 44,039 miles

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

Some corrosion of rigid brake pipes.

Some engine oil leaks.

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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E244 FVX is a 1988 Austin Maestro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1988 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 59,515 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 L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E244 FVX, 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 38 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 E244 FVX registered?

E244 FVX is a 1988 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 17 March 1988.

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