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F488 AOG

1989 Austin Maestro L

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

40,546 mi
Last recorded40,546 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2019
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro L62,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF488 AOG
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2019 40,546 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 40,532 miles

Central Rear rear silencer box slightly deteraed but not leaking

Pass 2 Jul 2016 40,511 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 40,511 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Fail 5 May 2012 40,000 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 5 May 2012 40,000 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 39,991 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 34,324 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 34,226 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 34,072 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 33,776 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 33,581 miles

SLIGHT BLOW ON EXHAUST FRONT JOINT †OFFSIDE SILL RUSTY

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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F488 AOG is a 1989 Austin Maestro L in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1989 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 62,224 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 F488 AOG, 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 37 years old, this Austin Maestro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F488 AOG?

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What year was F488 AOG registered?

F488 AOG is a 1989 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 31 January 1989.

Is F488 AOG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F488 AOG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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