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ELD 702Y

1983 Austin Maestro L

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

58,009 mi
Last recorded58,009 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2018
Typical for 1983 Austin Maestro L55,725 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELD 702Y
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2018 58,009 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake servo corroded

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear inner wing corroded outside prescribed areas

Offside Rear outer wing corroded under fuel cap

Fail 11 Dec 2018 58,009 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 120kg n/s 76kg o/s (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end /inner arch holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal floor/outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front brake servo corroded

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear inner wing corroded outside prescribed areas

Offside Rear outer wing corroded under fuel cap

Pass 6 Jun 2017 58,004 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)

Fail 26 May 2017 58,000 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front down pipe/manifold joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor pan (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Steering wheel in a condition that hampers proper control (2.1.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.2.6)

Pass 11 May 2016 55,882 miles

Corrosion on nearside front sill panel (front seat area

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 May 2016 55,882 miles

Corrosion on nearside front sill panel (front seat area

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 55,835 miles

Nearside Stop lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 55,615 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 55,249 miles

Corrosion on offside rear wing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 May 2012 54,847 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 May 2012 54,847 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 16 May 2011 54,308 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 54,307 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 53,720 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 53,720 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 53,170 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 53,170 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 52,254 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 51,459 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 51,459 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front headlamp aims are starting to deteriate

slight play in both front wheels, seems to be coming from suspension struts

Pass 10 May 2006 50,627 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro L?

Based on 4,020 MOT tests across 873 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
1,071
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
873
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 487
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 280
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 162
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 159
constant velocity joint gaiter split 155
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ELD 702Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 ELD 702Y, 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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ELD 702Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 19 May 1983.

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