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R301 WUY

1998 Rover Maestro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,679 mi
Last recorded102,679 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2013
Typical for 1998 Rover Maestro92,352 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 WUY
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2013 102,679 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 98,714 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in o/s end of steering rack in the jacked up position but no play in running position

Pass 9 Feb 2011 94,199 miles

o/s r brake plate damp

Pass 9 Feb 2010 88,298 miles

crack in front no plate not mountings

slight play in rack end o/s

Pass 13 Feb 2009 82,227 miles

slight plat o/s track rod

Pass 14 Feb 2008 76,192 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 70,573 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 65,273 miles

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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R301 WUY is a 1998 Rover Maestro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 92,352 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R301 WUY, 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 28 years old, this Rover Maestro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R301 WUY?

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What year was R301 WUY registered?

R301 WUY is a 1998 Rover Maestro, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R301 WUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 WUY shows 8 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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