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J555 AJC

1996 Rover Sterling

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,846 mi
Last recorded117,846 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2010
Typical for 1996 Rover Sterling94,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ555 AJC
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2010 117,846 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 115,537 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 113,771 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 106,920 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 106,920 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 97,555 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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J555 AJC is a 1996 Rover Sterling in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J555 AJC, 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 J555 AJC?

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What year was J555 AJC registered?

J555 AJC is a 1996 Rover Sterling, first registered on 5 March 1996.

Is J555 AJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J555 AJC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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