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F472 XEL

1989 Austin Maestro Special

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

74,381 mi
Last recorded74,381 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2007
Typical for 1989 Austin Maestro Special61,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF472 XEL
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro Special
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2007 74,381 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 74,381 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 3 May 2006 72,542 miles

sign of corrosion n/s and o/s sills and doors and arches all round

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro Special?

Based on 710 MOT tests across 169 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
1,168
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
169
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 84
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 57
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38
constant velocity joint gaiter split 34
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 34
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F472 XEL is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Austin Maestro Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 61,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Austin Maestro Special fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F472 XEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro Special typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Austin Maestro Special is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F472 XEL registered?

F472 XEL is a 1989 Austin Maestro Special, first registered on 23 March 1989.

Is F472 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F472 XEL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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