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K227 JHP

1993 Rover Sterling

Blue Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,197 mi
Last recorded42,197 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2016
Typical for 1993 Rover Sterling102,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK227 JHP
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2016 42,197 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2015 41,973 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 41,973 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 41,783 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 38,519 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 38,492 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 38,491 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/f tyre close to limit

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 18 Jun 2010 37,492 miles

slight lift in both side front bottom ball joints

Fail 18 Jun 2010 37,492 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight lift in both side front bottom ball joints

Pass 15 Jul 2008 35,747 miles

front suspension bushes contaminated with oil

Pass 11 May 2007 34,683 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 34,683 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

lift in both front bottom ball joints

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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K227 JHP is a 1993 Rover Sterling in Blue with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1993 Rover Sterling models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 102,770 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K227 JHP, 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 33 years old, this Rover Sterling is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K227 JHP registered?

K227 JHP is a 1993 Rover Sterling, first registered on 24 May 1993.

Is K227 JHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K227 JHP shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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