MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
59,648 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
slight corrosion ns rear wheel arch
slight travel in foot brake
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?
Based on 4,020 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E979 HLW is a 1988 Austin Maestro L in Silver with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.
Across all 1988 Austin Maestro L models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 59,515 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 E979 HLW, 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 38 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 E979 HLW?
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What year was E979 HLW registered?
E979 HLW is a 1988 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 7 March 1988.
Is E979 HLW safe to buy?
The MOT history for E979 HLW shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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