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V477 HMJ

1999 Rover Sterling

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

155,223 mi
Last recorded155,223 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2013
Typical for 1999 Rover Sterling77,998 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV477 HMJ
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2013 155,223 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 151,223 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 151,223 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 149,520 miles

Battery insecure

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

slight free play at steering wheel

Pass 2 Mar 2009 146,469 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

small chips in screen

wiper blade split

Pass 3 Oct 2007 143,884 miles

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

Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Oct 2006 135,913 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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V477 HMJ is a 1999 Rover Sterling in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 V477 HMJ, 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

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What year was V477 HMJ registered?

V477 HMJ is a 1999 Rover Sterling, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V477 HMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V477 HMJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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