MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,158 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
How Reliable is the Rover Sterling?
Based on 8,239 MOT tests across 1,556 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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S163 CDV 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 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 S163 CDV, 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 S163 CDV?
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What year was S163 CDV registered?
S163 CDV is a 1998 Rover Sterling, first registered on 14 August 1998.
Is S163 CDV safe to buy?
The MOT history for S163 CDV shows 3 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 S163 CDV have outstanding finance?
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