MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
111,333 miAbove average mileage for this year
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How Reliable is the Rover Sterling?
Based on 8,239 MOT tests across 1,556 vehicles.
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R550 LAU is a 1997 Rover Sterling in Gold with a 1,994cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests 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 R550 LAU, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of R550 LAU?
You can check the full history of R550 LAU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was R550 LAU registered?
R550 LAU is a 1997 Rover Sterling, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R550 LAU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R550 LAU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R550 LAU have outstanding finance?
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