MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
64,315 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Rover Sterling?
Based on 8,239 MOT tests across 1,556 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R473 VMO is a 1998 Rover Sterling in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R473 VMO, 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
How do I check the history of R473 VMO?
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What year was R473 VMO registered?
R473 VMO is a 1998 Rover Sterling, first registered on 30 March 1998.
Is R473 VMO safe to buy?
The MOT history for R473 VMO shows 3 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.
Does R473 VMO have outstanding finance?
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