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E396 BMX

1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,296 mi
Last recorded31,296 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2008
Typical for 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto58,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE396 BMX
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 1.6 Auto
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2008 31,296 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 30,780 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 30,780 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 29,960 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto?

Based on 844 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
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E396 BMX is a 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 58,690 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E396 BMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E396 BMX registered?

E396 BMX is a 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E396 BMX safe to buy?

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