MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
93,395 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nail in offside front tyre
Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
radiator corroded
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
corrosion in n/s/r wheel arch close to shock absorber mtg
Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro City X?
Based on 730 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E712 DFP is a 1987 Austin Maestro City X in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1987 Austin Maestro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 51,080 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 City X fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E712 DFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Maestro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Austin Maestro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was E712 DFP registered?
E712 DFP is a 1987 Austin Maestro City X, first registered on 3 August 1987.
Is E712 DFP safe to buy?
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