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H135 GDV

1991 Rover Maestro

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

51,953 mi
Last recorded51,953 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2024
Typical for 1991 Rover Maestro65,223 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH135 GDV
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2024 51,953 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 51,599 miles

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

Gearbox mounting defective lower rear mount ()

Nearside Front outer sill ( not in prescribed area )

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

engine oil level is at minimum mark

Fail 17 Nov 2020 51,599 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired outer sill ( not welded ) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Gearbox mounting defective lower rear mount ()

Nearside Front outer sill ( not in prescribed area )

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

engine oil level is at minimum mark

Pass 12 Nov 2019 49,739 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2019 49,738 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel when on brake rollers ( nearside rear wheel ) unable to see any leaks (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 6.54 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2018 45,343 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 45,343 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2013 43,562 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 43,562 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 42,002 miles

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 16 May 2011 36,228 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 28,987 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 22,511 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 20,641 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 19,978 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 May 2006 19,350 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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H135 GDV is a 1991 Rover Maestro in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 65,223 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 H135 GDV, 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 35 years old, this Rover Maestro is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H135 GDV is a 1991 Rover Maestro, first registered on 1 June 1991.

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