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ExpiredMileage
90,893 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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How Reliable is the Austin Maestro 1.6 Auto?
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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.
Is E896 AFC safe to buy?
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