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LVL 618Y

1983 Austin Maestro L

Beige Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,178 mi
Last recorded88,178 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 1983 Austin Maestro L55,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLVL 618Y
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1983
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 88,178 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2024 88,127 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2017 88,103 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 87,899 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

n/s/f seatbelt buckle casing missing

Pass 31 Jan 2014 86,941 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 86,383 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2012 86,379 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 85,738 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 84,846 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 83,358 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 82,116 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 81,038 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 80,383 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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LVL 618Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L in Beige with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LVL 618Y, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LVL 618Y registered?

LVL 618Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 11 April 1983.

Is LVL 618Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for LVL 618Y shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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