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P588 MHP

1997 Rover Sterling

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

159,803 mi
Last recorded159,803 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2006
Typical for 1997 Rover Sterling86,940 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP588 MHP
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 3 Feb 2006 159,803 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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P588 MHP is a 1997 Rover Sterling in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Rover Sterling models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 86,940 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 P588 MHP, 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 29 years old, this Rover Sterling is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P588 MHP registered?

P588 MHP is a 1997 Rover Sterling, first registered on 5 February 1997.

Is P588 MHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P588 MHP shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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