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G57 GTX

1989 Austin Maestro Special

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

75,891 mi
Last recorded75,891 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2008
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro Special61,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG57 GTX
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro Special
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2008 75,891 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 75,891 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 74,698 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 74,692 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2006 73,999 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 73,988 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro Special?

Based on 710 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
1,168
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
constant velocity joint gaiter split 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 34
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G57 GTX is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1989 Austin Maestro Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 61,069 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro Special fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G57 GTX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro Special typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro Special is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G57 GTX registered?

G57 GTX is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special, first registered on 31 October 1989.

Is G57 GTX safe to buy?

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