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R41 EVF

1998 Rover Sterling

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

127,301 mi
Last recorded127,301 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2006
Typical for 1998 Rover Sterling87,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 EVF
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2006 127,301 miles

Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R41 EVF is a 1998 Rover Sterling in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Rover Sterling models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 87,288 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 R41 EVF, 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 28 years old, this Rover Sterling is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R41 EVF registered?

R41 EVF is a 1998 Rover Sterling, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R41 EVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R41 EVF 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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