1999 Rover Maestro MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Maestro models manufactured in 1999, based on 283 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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The 1999 Rover Maestro has an MOT pass rate of 65.7% based on 283 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 116,565 miles on the odometer. With a 34.3% failure rate, the 1999 Maestro is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1999 Rover Maestro is Suspension, responsible for 0.7% of failures. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs range from £200–500. Road Wheels is the second most common issue at 0.4%. Steering follows at 0.4%.
Top failures specific to 1999 models only. The overall Maestro page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 0.7% | 2 |
| 2 | Road Wheels | 0.4% | 1 |
| 3 | Steering | 0.4% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 116,565 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 0.06 | 0.7% | 2 |
| Wheels | 0.03 | 0.4% | 1 |
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.4% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1999 Rover Maestro has an MOT pass rate of 65.7% based on 283 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 116,565 miles on the odometer. With a 34.3% failure rate, the 1999 Maestro is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1999 Rover Maestro, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to suspension: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks. With an average mileage of 116,565 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Suspension — 0.7% of failures
Suspension issues account for 0.7% of MOT failures on 1999 Rover Maestro models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Road Wheels — 0.4% of failures
Road Wheels issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1999 Rover Maestro models. Wheel failures include cracked or severely corroded alloy wheels, missing or loose wheel nuts, and wheels that are insecurely attached. These are safety-critical and relatively rare compared to tyre failures. Typical repair costs: £100–400 per wheel. Pre-MOT check: Visually inspect wheels for cracks, especially around the spokes and rim. Check that all wheel nuts are present and tightened. Look for signs of impact damage on alloy wheels.
Steering — 0.4% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1999 Rover Maestro models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.