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LXI 5452

1988 Austin Maestro City X

Green Other 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,173 mi
Last recorded22,173 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2023
Typical for 1988 Austin Maestro City X46,877 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLXI 5452
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro City X
Year1988
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,275cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2023 22,173 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 22,421 miles
Fail 4 May 2021 22,365 miles

How Reliable is the Austin Maestro City X?

Based on 730 MOT tests across 164 vehicles.

69.3%
Pass Rate
950
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
164
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 47
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 28
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 26
fog lamp not working 25
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LXI 5452 is a 1988 Austin Maestro City X in Green with a 1,275cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Austin Maestro City X models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 46,877 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 City X fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LXI 5452, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Austin Maestro City X typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Austin Maestro City X is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LXI 5452?

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What year was LXI 5452 registered?

LXI 5452 is a 1988 Austin Maestro City X, first registered on 5 February 1988.

Is LXI 5452 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LXI 5452 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.

Does LXI 5452 have outstanding finance?

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