CarVerify

Free Car Check

F385 KWL

1989 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto

White Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,105 mi
Last recorded49,105 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto56,120 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF385 KWL
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 1.6 Auto
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
View full Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2008 49,105 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 49,104 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 27 Jun 2007 47,441 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 44,479 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto?

Based on 844 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
Full Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F385 KWL is a 1989 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto in White with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1989 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 56,120 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F385 KWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F385 KWL?

You can check the full history of F385 KWL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F385 KWL registered?

F385 KWL is a 1989 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 3 April 1989.

Is F385 KWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F385 KWL shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F385 KWL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F385 KWL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.