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V885 RDA

1999 Rover Sterling

Silver Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,223 mi
Last recorded23,223 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Rover Sterling77,998 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV885 RDA
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 23,223 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 19,011 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight oil leak power steering

Pass 22 Apr 2024 13,289 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive pas steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2023 9,319 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2023 9,275 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 9,240 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 9,223 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 9,215 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 9,175 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 9,006 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 8,975 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 8,959 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 8,907 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 8,897 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 8,798 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2011 8,658 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2010 8,578 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Sep 2009 8,349 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 7,874 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 7,684 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2006 7,348 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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V885 RDA is a 1999 Rover Sterling in Silver with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V885 RDA, 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.

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What year was V885 RDA registered?

V885 RDA is a 1999 Rover Sterling, first registered on 3 September 1999.

Is V885 RDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V885 RDA shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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