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G917 CEV

1990 Rover Maestro

Grey Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

96,184 mi
Last recorded96,184 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1990 Rover Maestro71,166 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG917 CEV
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 96,184 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2023 96,181 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2021 95,487 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower wheel arch

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material load valve to rear flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive center sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2020 92,435 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded

Offside Outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Lower wheel arch corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 89,402 miles

Brakes ; Imbalance , Rear brakes & Parking brakes

Corrosion ; Areas at Offside centre sill & both rear corner panels

Engine ; *** Oil level at minimum ***

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Note ; Wiring requires attention behind centre consol

Note; Wheel fixings covered , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge secondary tread bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by hose (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive starting to drip (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2019 89,402 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage loose stalk (7.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases tail section (6.1.2 (a))

Brakes ; Imbalance , Rear brakes & Parking brakes

Corrosion ; Areas at Offside centre sill & both rear corner panels

Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Positive & Negative battery leads (4.11 (a) (ii))

Engine ; *** Oil level at minimum ***

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Note ; Centre exhaust section incorrectly fitted below front anti-roll bar

Note ; Wiring requires attention behind centre consol

Note; Wheel fixings covered , other covers & mouldings fitted , restricting views

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge secondary tread bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded by hose (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive starting to drip (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 88,669 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 88,010 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 78,381 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 75,879 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

Pass 7 Mar 2012 72,385 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 69,754 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 67,214 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 65,482 miles

screen has damage over 40mm outside sweep

Pass 1 Feb 2008 62,471 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 60,677 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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G917 CEV is a 1990 Rover Maestro in Grey with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1990 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 71,166 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 G917 CEV, 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 36 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 G917 CEV registered?

G917 CEV is a 1990 Rover Maestro, first registered on 6 March 1990.

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