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V577 JHU

1999 Rover Sterling

Grey Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

163,620 mi
Last recorded163,620 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2006
Typical for 1999 Rover Sterling77,998 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV577 JHU
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2006 163,620 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2006 163,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Fail 11 Oct 2006 163,584 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2005 156,261 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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V577 JHU is a 1999 Rover Sterling in Grey with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 V577 JHU, 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 V577 JHU registered?

V577 JHU is a 1999 Rover Sterling, first registered on 13 September 1999.

Is V577 JHU safe to buy?

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