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F528 CEA

1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,753 mi
Last recorded53,753 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2007
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto55,811 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF528 CEA
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 1.6 Auto
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2007 53,753 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 53,499 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 53,451 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto?

Based on 844 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
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F528 CEA is a 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 55,811 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F528 CEA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of F528 CEA?

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What year was F528 CEA registered?

F528 CEA is a 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 29 November 1988.

Is F528 CEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for F528 CEA shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F528 CEA have outstanding finance?

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