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F501 LGX

1989 Austin Maestro L

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,824 mi
Last recorded58,824 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2006
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro L62,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF501 LGX
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2006 58,824 miles

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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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F501 LGX is a 1989 Austin Maestro L in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F501 LGX, 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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What year was F501 LGX registered?

F501 LGX is a 1989 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 27 January 1989.

Is F501 LGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F501 LGX shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F501 LGX have outstanding finance?

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