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C349 GMA

1985 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,737 mi
Last recorded46,737 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2006
Typical for 1985 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto47,838 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC349 GMA
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 1.6 Auto
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 14 Jul 2006 46,737 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto?

Based on 844 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

68.1%
Pass Rate
828
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 67
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 26
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 25
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C349 GMA is a 1985 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 47,838 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 67 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C349 GMA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C349 GMA registered?

C349 GMA is a 1985 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C349 GMA safe to buy?

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