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E925 GLD

1988 Austin Maestro L

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,423 mi
Last recorded143,423 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2011
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro L59,515 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE925 GLD
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2011 143,423 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nearside rear wheel starting to corrode

Pass 1 Mar 2010 140,562 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside door mirror cracked

nearside rear tyre wearing uneven

nearside rear wheel arch and rear of sill showing signs of corrosion

vairios small chips in windscreen

Pass 2 Mar 2009 135,433 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

nearside door mirror cracked

nearside front wheel arch starting to corrode

nearside rear of sill showing signs of corrosion

vairios small chips in windscreen

Pass 31 Jan 2008 134,362 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 134,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 129,904 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2007 129,904 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 123,698 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 123,698 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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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E925 GLD is a 1988 Austin Maestro L in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 E925 GLD, 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 E925 GLD registered?

E925 GLD is a 1988 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 5 January 1988.

Is E925 GLD safe to buy?

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