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VWE 356Y

1983 Austin Maestro

Gold Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,033 mi
Last recorded25,033 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2005
Typical for 1983 Austin Maestro52,704 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVWE 356Y
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro
Year1983
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2005 25,033 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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VWE 356Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro in Gold with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Austin Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 52,704 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 VWE 356Y, 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 43 years old, this Austin Maestro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VWE 356Y registered?

VWE 356Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro, first registered on 25 April 1983.

Is VWE 356Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VWE 356Y shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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