MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
87,380 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro Special?
Based on 710 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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F399 MBW is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1989 Austin Maestro Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 61,069 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 Special fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F399 MBW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Austin Maestro Special typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro Special is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was F399 MBW registered?
F399 MBW is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special, first registered on 27 April 1989.
Is F399 MBW safe to buy?
The MOT history for F399 MBW shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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