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E418 RWD

1988 Austin Maestro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

27,911 mi
Last recorded27,911 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro L59,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE418 RWD
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 27,911 miles

All shock absorber dust covers\bump stops deteriorating and detached

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 27,287 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2024 27,277 miles

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2023 26,940 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 26,842 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2022 26,823 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2017 26,702 miles

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion outer wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2017 26,702 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished badly (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion outer wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 26,214 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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E418 RWD is a 1988 Austin Maestro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 E418 RWD, 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 E418 RWD registered?

E418 RWD is a 1988 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 20 February 1988.

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The MOT history for E418 RWD shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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