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G69 PKJ

1989 Austin Maestro L

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

45,890 mi
Last recorded45,890 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro L62,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG69 PKJ
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 45,890 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 45,643 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 45,637 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 45,632 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt cut sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 45,621 miles

crack in front number plate

engine oil leaks

Pass 6 Aug 2007 45,354 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 45,121 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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G69 PKJ is a 1989 Austin Maestro L in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G69 PKJ, 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 G69 PKJ registered?

G69 PKJ is a 1989 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 25 August 1989.

Is G69 PKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for G69 PKJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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