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F509 MCU

1989 Austin Maestro Special

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,844 mi
Last recorded68,844 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2021
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro Special61,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF509 MCU
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro Special
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2021 68,844 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Sill soft and corroded

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 28 Sep 2020 68,757 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 66,450 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 66,450 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outersil (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Mar 2018 63,802 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 62,117 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 61,172 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 60,029 miles

wheel trims fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2014 58,862 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 57,379 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 55,656 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 53,840 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 51,836 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 49,498 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 48,237 miles

FRONT NUMBRE PLATE CRACKED

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 46,294 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 43,207 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro Special?

Based on 710 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
1,168
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
constant velocity joint gaiter split 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 34
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F509 MCU is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 F509 MCU, 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 F509 MCU registered?

F509 MCU is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special, first registered on 9 May 1989.

Is F509 MCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F509 MCU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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