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N974 DRP

1996 Rover Maestro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,099 mi
Last recorded57,099 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2015
Typical for 1996 Rover Maestro56,008 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN974 DRP
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2015 57,099 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Aug 2015 57,099 miles

Headlamp aim too low Both side (1.8)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 54,375 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge close to limit

Pass 19 Jul 2013 51,905 miles

oil leaks

Pass 23 Jul 2012 49,370 miles

both outer cv boots starting to perish

Fail 19 Jul 2012 49,343 miles

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both outer cv boots starting to perish

Pass 25 Jul 2011 47,015 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2011 46,978 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2010 44,852 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jul 2009 42,705 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 39,535 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 39,533 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 37,139 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 34,492 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Rover Maestro?

Based on 31,503 MOT tests across 6,914 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
2,348
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
6,914
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,111
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,685
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,770
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,434
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,378
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N974 DRP is a 1996 Rover Maestro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 56,008 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 Rover Maestro fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 3,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N974 DRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Maestro typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Rover Maestro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N974 DRP registered?

N974 DRP is a 1996 Rover Maestro, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N974 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N974 DRP shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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