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F992 VCP

1988 Austin Maestro Special

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2018
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,361 mi
Last recorded45,361 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2017
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro Special44,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF992 VCP
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro Special
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2017 45,361 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 44,963 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cracks but not showing cords

Offside Rear tyre has cracks but not showing cords

Pass 12 Jun 2013 44,538 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 44,522 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 41,213 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 41,176 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 41,166 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 41,155 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 41,141 miles

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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F992 VCP is a 1988 Austin Maestro Special in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Austin Maestro Special models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 44,538 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 F992 VCP, 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 38 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 F992 VCP registered?

F992 VCP is a 1988 Austin Maestro Special, first registered on 14 December 1988.

Is F992 VCP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F992 VCP shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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