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E896 AFC

1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,893 mi
Last recorded90,893 miles
Recorded on31 May 2006
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto55,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE896 AFC
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro 1.6 Auto
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 31 May 2006 90,893 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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E896 AFC is a 1988 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 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 55,811 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 E896 AFC, 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 38 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 E896 AFC registered?

E896 AFC is a 1988 Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto, first registered on 8 March 1988.

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