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R716 DEG

1998 Rover Sterling

Green Lpg 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

107,052 mi
Last recorded107,052 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2007
Typical for 1998 Rover Sterling87,288 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR716 DEG
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2007 107,052 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 88,944 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2006 88,944 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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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R716 DEG is a 1998 Rover Sterling in Green with a 2,497cc lpg 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 R716 DEG, 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 R716 DEG?

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What year was R716 DEG registered?

R716 DEG is a 1998 Rover Sterling, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R716 DEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R716 DEG 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 R716 DEG have outstanding finance?

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