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D499 BEF

1986 Rover Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,232 mi
Last recorded41,232 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1986 Rover Maestro76,761 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD499 BEF
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 1 Nov 2025 41,232 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 41,112 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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D499 BEF is a 1986 Rover Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1986 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 76,761 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 D499 BEF, 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 40 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 D499 BEF registered?

D499 BEF is a 1986 Rover Maestro, first registered on 17 September 1986.

Is D499 BEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D499 BEF shows 2 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 D499 BEF have outstanding finance?

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