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G517 WFB

1990 Austin Maestro 500 City

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

49,088 mi
Last recorded49,088 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2007
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG517 WFB
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 500 City
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2007 49,088 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 49,088 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 48,299 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 500 City?

Based on 2,639 MOT tests across 521 vehicles.

64.2%
Pass Rate
1,368
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
521
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 355
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 238
Brake pipe excessively corroded 176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 158
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G517 WFB is a 1990 Austin Maestro 500 City in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro 500 City fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 418 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G517 WFB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro 500 City typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 36 years old, this Austin Maestro 500 City is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G517 WFB registered?

G517 WFB is a 1990 Austin Maestro 500 City, first registered on 19 April 1990.

Is G517 WFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for G517 WFB shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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