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F608 LVJ

1989 Austin Maestro L

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

67,202 mi
Last recorded67,202 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro L62,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF608 LVJ
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2008 67,202 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Fail 7 Nov 2008 67,196 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 67,162 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

near side tyre wearing on inner edge

off side front & off side rear tyre cracking on tread

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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F608 LVJ is a 1989 Austin Maestro L in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F608 LVJ, 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 F608 LVJ registered?

F608 LVJ is a 1989 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 23 February 1989.

Is F608 LVJ safe to buy?

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