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H253 FVL

1991 Rover Maestro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2008
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

74,362 mi
Last recorded74,362 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2008
Typical for 1991 Rover Maestro65,223 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH253 FVL
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2008 74,362 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

vehicle beginning to suffer extensive corrosion both underside and to upper body

Pass 16 Aug 2007 73,551 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 73,551 miles

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

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 72,444 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 72,444 miles

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2005 71,446 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2005 71,445 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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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H253 FVL is a 1991 Rover Maestro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 H253 FVL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H253 FVL registered?

H253 FVL is a 1991 Rover Maestro, first registered on 2 April 1991.

Is H253 FVL safe to buy?

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