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R546 RVJ

1998 Rover Maestro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

198,503 mi
Last recorded198,503 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2019
Typical for 1998 Rover Maestro92,352 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR546 RVJ
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2019 198,503 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 198,503 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak From heater matrix ()

Pass 18 May 2018 197,677 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play front and rear (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak ()

rear number plate slight damaged

Pass 30 Nov 2016 195,689 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cuts in outer side wall

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 29 Nov 2016 195,689 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Nearside Front tyre has cuts in outer side wall

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2015 186,903 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 186,356 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2012 185,465 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2010 184,007 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Pass 6 Mar 2009 182,680 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 181,311 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2006 179,894 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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R546 RVJ is a 1998 Rover Maestro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R546 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 R546 RVJ registered?

R546 RVJ is a 1998 Rover Maestro, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R546 RVJ safe to buy?

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