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F754 FKJ

1988 Austin Maestro Mayfair

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,538 mi
Last recorded104,538 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro Mayfair62,050 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF754 FKJ
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro Mayfair
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 104,538 miles
Fail 11 May 2021 104,521 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 99,110 miles

General under body corrosion

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2020 99,045 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Bumper insecure bumper missing clip allowing bumper to pop off (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Outer and inner seal corroded within 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure seat not locking into latch (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

General under body corrosion

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering head bearings has slight free play (2.2.2 (g))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 96,820 miles

Nearside Front Outer Contstant velocity joint boot deformed

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underneath battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2019 96,719 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Contstant velocity joint boot deformed

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underneath battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 91,823 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 84,424 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 76,895 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 68,563 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 60,227 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 51,875 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2013 40,845 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

offside & nearside rear tyres slightly perished.

Pass 13 Feb 2013 40,845 miles

Oil leak

offside & nearside rear tyres slightly perished.

Pass 18 Jan 2012 40,806 miles

o/s and n/s rear tyres very slightly perished

Fail 18 Jan 2012 40,806 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

o/s and n/s rear tyres very slightly perished

Pass 1 Mar 2010 38,878 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 36,806 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 35,668 miles

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 7 Mar 2008 35,668 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 4 Oct 2007 35,318 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 33,940 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro Mayfair?

Based on 527 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
1,297
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 43
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 42
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 26
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 24
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 17
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F754 FKJ is a 1988 Austin Maestro Mayfair in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Maestro Mayfair models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 62,050 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro Mayfair fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 43 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F754 FKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro Mayfair typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Maestro Mayfair is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F754 FKJ registered?

F754 FKJ is a 1988 Austin Maestro Mayfair, first registered on 7 December 1988.

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