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F499 XLJ

1989 Austin Maestro Mayfair

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

99,416 mi
Last recorded99,416 miles
Recorded on3 May 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF499 XLJ
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro Mayfair
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2007 99,416 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 99,416 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 96,689 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 96,689 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro Mayfair?

Based on 527 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
1,297
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 17
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F499 XLJ is a 1989 Austin Maestro Mayfair in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro Mayfair fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F499 XLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F499 XLJ registered?

F499 XLJ is a 1989 Austin Maestro Mayfair, first registered on 19 May 1989.

Is F499 XLJ safe to buy?

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