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E555 NEL

1987 Austin Maestro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,009 mi
Last recorded50,009 miles
Recorded on28 May 2005
Typical for 1987 Austin Maestro70,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE555 NEL
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 May 2005 50,009 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
1,530
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 23
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
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E555 NEL is a 1987 Austin Maestro 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 1987 Austin Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 70,450 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E555 NEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Maestro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E555 NEL registered?

E555 NEL is a 1987 Austin Maestro, first registered on 8 October 1987.

Is E555 NEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E555 NEL shows 1 test 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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