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R393 RVJ

1998 Rover Maestro

Black Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,447 mi
Last recorded142,447 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover Maestro92,352 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR393 RVJ
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2007 142,447 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 142,447 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 123,592 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R393 RVJ is a 1998 Rover Maestro in Black with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R393 RVJ, 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.

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What year was R393 RVJ registered?

R393 RVJ is a 1998 Rover Maestro, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R393 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R393 RVJ 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 R393 RVJ have outstanding finance?

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