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R509 RVJ

1998 Rover Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

143,740 mi
Last recorded143,740 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 1998 Rover Maestro92,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 RVJ
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 143,740 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 135,358 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 4 Jun 2015 135,356 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 14 Jun 2014 127,174 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

front number plate damaged

nsr tyre has slight damage

Pass 6 Jun 2013 119,995 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 119,982 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Jun 2012 110,144 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Jun 2011 102,042 miles

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 11 Jun 2010 92,290 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2010 92,220 miles

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

left rear tyre has flat spot.

Pass 11 Jun 2009 82,677 miles

Advise replace front number plate.

Pass 23 Jun 2008 76,342 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 70,280 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 63,902 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2006 63,902 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Advise replace nearside door mirror.

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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R509 RVJ is a 1998 Rover Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R509 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R509 RVJ registered?

R509 RVJ is a 1998 Rover Maestro, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R509 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 RVJ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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