MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
99,632 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner rear arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
brake pad warning light on
Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
corrosion parts of sill and structure in places
light switch works but repair replacement soon needed
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Outer sill slightly corroded front and rear but not excessive
Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Nearside Rear Inner Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened wheel arch (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and inner wheel arch,(end of sill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure +out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint and system showing signs of corrosion (6.1.2 (a))
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Nearside Rear coil spring slightly corroded and shock casing
Nearside Rear strut and coil spring showing signs of corrosion
Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
Offside Front strut and coil spring showing signs of corrosion
Offside Rear coil spring slightly corroded and shock casing
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill panel/inner wing (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/boot area (2.4.A.3)
Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Central Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill panel/inner wing (2.4.A.3)
Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/boot area (2.4.A.3)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?
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A161 GFH is a 1983 Austin Maestro L in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.
Across all 1983 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 55,725 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 L fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 487 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A161 GFH, 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 43 years old, this Austin Maestro L is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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A161 GFH is a 1983 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 9 September 1983.
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