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G953 OYD

1990 Rover Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2010
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

46,500 mi
Last recorded46,500 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2009
Typical for 1990 Rover Maestro71,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG953 OYD
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2009 46,500 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2009 46,500 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2008 40,611 miles

N/s/f tyre scrubbing tread on outer edge.Small cut in tread n/s/f.

Fail 20 Mar 2008 40,611 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

N/s/f tyre scrubbing tread on outer edge.Small cut in tread n/s/f.

Pass 21 Mar 2007 34,686 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 34,686 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Various engine oil leaks

Pass 21 Mar 2006 27,960 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2006 27,960 miles

Offside Rear passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.3)

engine oil leaks Oil leak from oil filter

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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G953 OYD is a 1990 Rover Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G953 OYD, 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.

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What year was G953 OYD registered?

G953 OYD is a 1990 Rover Maestro, first registered on 23 March 1990.

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