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S572 UEW

1999 Rover Sterling

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,073 mi
Last recorded94,073 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2007
Typical for 1999 Rover Sterling77,998 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS572 UEW
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2007 94,073 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 94,073 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

handbrake anchorage weak

Pass 25 Apr 2006 82,028 miles

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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S572 UEW is a 1999 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 1999 Rover Sterling models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 77,998 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S572 UEW, 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 27 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 S572 UEW?

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What year was S572 UEW registered?

S572 UEW is a 1999 Rover Sterling, first registered on 12 January 1999.

Is S572 UEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S572 UEW 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.

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