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H401 MHJ

1991 Rover Sterling

White Petrol 2675cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

135,139 mi
Last recorded135,139 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2008
Typical for 1991 Rover Sterling94,058 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH401 MHJ
MakeRover
ModelSterling
Year1991
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,675cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2008 135,139 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 126,533 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2006 118,762 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2006 118,762 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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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H401 MHJ is a 1991 Rover Sterling in White with a 2,675cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1991 Rover Sterling models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 94,058 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 H401 MHJ, 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 35 years old, this Rover Sterling is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of H401 MHJ?

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What year was H401 MHJ registered?

H401 MHJ is a 1991 Rover Sterling, first registered on 23 March 1991.

Is H401 MHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H401 MHJ shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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