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T489 KCJ

1999 Rover Maestro

White Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

160,858 mi
Last recorded160,858 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2010
Typical for 1999 Rover Maestro100,925 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT489 KCJ
MakeRover
ModelMaestro
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2010 160,858 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 133,816 miles

Nearside Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 133,816 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 125,289 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2007 116,492 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Sep 2006 106,531 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2005 97,797 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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T489 KCJ is a 1999 Rover Maestro in White with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 T489 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.

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What year was T489 KCJ registered?

T489 KCJ is a 1999 Rover Maestro, first registered on 6 May 1999.

Is T489 KCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T489 KCJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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