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D159 TFC

1987 Rover Maestro

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

76,681 mi
Last recorded76,681 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2011
Typical for 1987 Rover Maestro72,858 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD159 TFC
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2011 76,681 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 76,340 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 75,997 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 75,593 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 75,089 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 74,659 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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D159 TFC is a 1987 Rover Maestro in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 72,858 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 D159 TFC, 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 39 years old, this Rover Maestro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D159 TFC registered?

D159 TFC is a 1987 Rover Maestro, first registered on 10 July 1987.

Is D159 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for D159 TFC shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does D159 TFC have outstanding finance?

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