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F905 JGU

1988 Austin Maestro City

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,421 mi
Last recorded95,421 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2005
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro City58,087 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF905 JGU
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro City
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2005 95,421 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro City?

Based on 575 MOT tests across 137 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
1,389
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
137
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 30
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 20
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 20
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F905 JGU is a 1988 Austin Maestro City in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Maestro City models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 58,087 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro City fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F905 JGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro City typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Maestro City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F905 JGU registered?

F905 JGU is a 1988 Austin Maestro City, first registered on 3 August 1988.

Is F905 JGU safe to buy?

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