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FCZ 5972

1996 Rover Sterling

Blue Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

98,205 mi
Last recorded98,205 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2008
Typical for 1996 Rover Sterling94,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCZ 5972
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2008 98,205 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 92,517 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 95,737 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 95,737 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2006 92,517 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Sterling?

Based on 8,239 MOT tests across 1,556 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,109
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,556
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 698
constant velocity joint gaiter split 546
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 457
Brake pipe excessively corroded 279
parking brake recording little or no effort 248
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FCZ 5972 is a 1996 Rover Sterling in Blue with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Rover Sterling models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 94,355 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Sterling fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 698 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FCZ 5972, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Sterling typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Rover Sterling is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FCZ 5972?

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What year was FCZ 5972 registered?

FCZ 5972 is a 1996 Rover Sterling, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is FCZ 5972 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCZ 5972 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FCZ 5972 have outstanding finance?

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