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G66 SWL

1989 Austin Maestro L

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

93,512 mi
Last recorded93,512 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2018
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro L62,224 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG66 SWL
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2018 93,512 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 87,934 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 81,674 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 75,347 miles

front shock absorbers weak

Fail 15 Apr 2015 75,173 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

front shock absorbers weak

Pass 23 Apr 2014 68,836 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 57,041 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 57,038 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jul 2011 54,412 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 50,685 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 47,414 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 44,270 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 40,816 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 37,519 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 34,956 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?

Based on 4,020 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,071
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 487
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 280
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 159
constant velocity joint gaiter split 155
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G66 SWL is a 1989 Austin Maestro L in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 62,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G66 SWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro L typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G66 SWL registered?

G66 SWL is a 1989 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G66 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G66 SWL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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