CarVerify

Free Car Check

F687 RUW

1989 Austin Maestro

Blue Petrol 1275cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,212 mi
Last recorded41,212 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2010
4 checks still locked for this Austin
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF687 RUW
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Jan 2010 41,212 miles

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

Centre Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

fumes emmited from car when runnig are very heavy

Pass 19 Dec 2008 40,635 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 39,061 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 34,087 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro?

Based on 643 MOT tests across 129 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
1,530
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
129
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 29
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 23
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 18
Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated 17
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 16
Full Austin Maestro reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F687 RUW is a 1989 Austin Maestro in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F687 RUW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F687 RUW?

You can check the full history of F687 RUW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F687 RUW registered?

F687 RUW is a 1989 Austin Maestro, first registered on 20 May 1989.

Is F687 RUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F687 RUW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F687 RUW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F687 RUW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.