MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
50,584 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
rear tyres side walls cracked
Oil leak
both rear tyres showing cracks on inner tyre walls
Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
offside rear brake binding slightly
slight play in nearside front trackrod/rack assy
wiper blades showing wear
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
oil leak from oil pressure switch
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?
Based on 4,020 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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DBY 918Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L in Beige with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
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 DBY 918Y, 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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How do I check the history of DBY 918Y?
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What year was DBY 918Y registered?
DBY 918Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 1 June 1983.
Is DBY 918Y safe to buy?
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