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C396 HHR

1985 Austin Maestro City X

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,233 mi
Last recorded28,233 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC396 HHR
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro City X
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2006 28,233 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2006 28,233 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2005 27,865 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro City X?

Based on 730 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
fog lamp not working 25
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C396 HHR is a 1985 Austin Maestro City X in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro City X fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C396 HHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 41 years old, this Austin Maestro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C396 HHR registered?

C396 HHR is a 1985 Austin Maestro City X, first registered on 1 August 1985.

Is C396 HHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C396 HHR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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