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E471 RWX

1987 Austin Maestro L

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,770 mi
Last recorded39,770 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Austin Maestro L58,605 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE471 RWX
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1987
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 23 May 2025 39,770 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 38,858 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2022 38,134 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 37,511 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 36,814 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2018 36,082 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 35,174 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 34,920 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 34,728 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 34,198 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 34,196 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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E471 RWX is a 1987 Austin Maestro L in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 58,605 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 E471 RWX, 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 39 years old, this Austin Maestro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E471 RWX registered?

E471 RWX is a 1987 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 2 November 1987.

Is E471 RWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E471 RWX shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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