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F985 TFA

1989 Austin Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,594 mi
Last recorded84,594 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF985 TFA
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Aug 2025 84,594 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 84,548 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 84,502 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 84,205 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 83,180 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 82,794 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 82,533 miles

Exhaust manifold has slight crack

Nearside Rear brake has slight bind

Pass 23 Aug 2018 81,670 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyres wearing on edges

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear tyre cracking on sidewalls

Pass 14 Jul 2017 81,209 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking on inner side wall

Pass 10 Aug 2016 80,723 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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
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F985 TFA is a 1989 Austin Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F985 TFA, 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

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What year was F985 TFA registered?

F985 TFA is a 1989 Austin Maestro, first registered on 10 February 1989.

Is F985 TFA safe to buy?

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