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E357 LHT

1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,251 mi
Last recorded47,251 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2007
Typical for 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto58,690 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE357 LHT
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 1.6 Auto
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 14 Nov 2007 47,251 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

surface corrosion inner and outer sills and susp mounts

Pass 15 Nov 2006 46,696 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 46,055 miles

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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E357 LHT is a 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 58,690 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 E357 LHT, 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 39 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 E357 LHT registered?

E357 LHT is a 1987 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 21 December 1987.

Is E357 LHT safe to buy?

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