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H4 SVN

1999 Austin Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

104,747 mi
Last recorded104,747 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2019
Typical for 1999 Austin Maestro100,212 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH4 SVN
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2019 104,747 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front brake discs slight corrosion noted

both front tyes inner sidewall cracks noted

exhaust corrosion noed

Fail 3 Jun 2019 104,747 miles

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front brake discs slight corrosion noted

both front tyes inner sidewall cracks noted

exhaust corrosion noed

Fail 28 Mar 2019 104,744 miles

Brake cable damaged front to rear (1.1.15 (a))

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture both rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire front to rear (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both front brake discs light corrosion noted

both front tyres inner sidewall cracks noted

slight oil leak noted

Pass 4 Jan 2018 103,503 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all metal brake pipes ()

fuel tank corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2018 103,503 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all metal brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all metal brake pipes ()

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly sticking relay /replaced (1.4.B.1e)

fuel tank corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2016 100,317 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 100,212 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 100,001 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 98,990 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 98,549 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 92,581 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 82,234 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 73,407 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 67,648 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 67,648 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 63,866 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 55,855 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 49,086 miles

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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H4 SVN is a 1999 Austin Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1999 Austin Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 100,212 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 H4 SVN, 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 27 years old, this Austin Maestro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was H4 SVN registered?

H4 SVN is a 1999 Austin Maestro, first registered on 6 April 1999.

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