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OHT 970Y

1983 Austin Maestro L

Blue Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

173,662 mi
Last recorded173,662 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2006
Typical for 1983 Austin Maestro L55,725 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOHT 970Y
MakeAustin
ModelMaestro L
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 28 Jun 2006 173,662 miles

boot struts defective

brake fluid low

brake pipes corroded

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

corrosion to body work

emmisions/smokey

nearside front seat head rest loose/insecure

nearside front shock weak

offside front brake binding slightly

oil leak

play in top front shock mounts

rear shocks weak

rear silencer small hole/blowing

steering joint dust cover split/missing

steering wheel not in the straight ahead position

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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OHT 970Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L in Blue with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 OHT 970Y, 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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What year was OHT 970Y registered?

OHT 970Y is a 1983 Austin Maestro L, first registered on 29 April 1983.

Is OHT 970Y safe to buy?

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