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T488 KCJ

1999 Rover Maestro

Red Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,314 mi
Last recorded113,314 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2009
Typical for 1999 Rover Maestro100,925 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT488 KCJ
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2009 113,314 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 103,984 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2007 93,870 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 93,870 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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T488 KCJ is a 1999 Rover Maestro in Red with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Rover Maestro models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 100,925 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 T488 KCJ, 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 27 years old, this Rover Maestro is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T488 KCJ?

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What year was T488 KCJ registered?

T488 KCJ is a 1999 Rover Maestro, first registered on 5 May 1999.

Is T488 KCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T488 KCJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T488 KCJ have outstanding finance?

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