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Rover Sterling

Gold · Petrol · 1999 · 2,497 cc

T962 SGJMOT history

T962 SGJ is a gold petrol Rover Sterling first used on 3 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 96,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2023
Mileage
96,406 mi
At MOT on 12 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,524 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T962 SGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Rover
Model
Sterling
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T962 SGJ was last recorded at 96,406 miles on 12 Sept 2022, 5,129 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,277 miles · 7 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,129 miles
Average per year
3,524 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 96,406 miles
  • 2021 – 91,277 miles
  • 2020 – 87,130 miles
  • 2019 – 82,353 miles
  • 2018 – 74,280 miles
  • 2017 – 72,813 miles
  • 2016 – 71,962 miles
  • 2015 – 66,940 miles
  • 2014 – 62,798 miles
  • 2013 – 60,218 miles
  • 2012 – 58,978 miles
  • 2011 – 58,953 miles
  • 2010 – 55,891 miles
  • 2009 – 52,342 miles
  • 2008 – 48,467 miles
  • 2007 – 45,184 miles
  • 2006 – 39,569 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,406 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,406 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    96,406 miles
    Test number
    312443748905
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail96,406 miles (+5,129)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,406 miles
    Test number
    295175268566
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass91,277 miles (+76)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    91,277 miles
    Test number
    318604108748
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail91,201 miles (+4,071)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,201 miles
    Test number
    232278920690
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp not working pre 2018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass87,130 miles (+4,777)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,130 miles
    Test number
    926185419555
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material where leading to flex/brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass82,353 miles (+8,073)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    82,353 miles
    Test number
    504902498700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass74,280 miles (+1,467)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,280 miles
    Test number
    597766908942
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded fuel neck
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod slight play

  8. Pass72,813 miles (+851)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,813 miles
    Test number
    808197996681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,962 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    71,962 miles
    Test number
    597518715035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,940 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,940 miles
    Test number
    445671215205
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass66,940 miles (+4,142)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    66,940 miles
    Test number
    677641215269
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass62,798 miles (+2,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,798 miles
    Test number
    839046514240
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass60,218 miles (+1,240)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,218 miles
    Test number
    155233123025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,978 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    58,978 miles
    Test number
    306379732037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail58,953 miles (+3,062)12 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,953 miles
    Test number
    739573611332
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass55,891 miles (+3,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,891 miles
    Test number
    152550610355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass52,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,342 miles
    Test number
    120103919383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail52,342 miles (+3,875)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,342 miles
    Test number
    274947009369
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass48,467 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    48,467 miles
    Test number
    442985178291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Fail48,467 miles (+3,283)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,467 miles
    Test number
    914935578221
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

  21. Pass45,184 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    45,184 miles
    Test number
    741141777229
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail45,184 miles (+5,615)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,184 miles
    Test number
    784311877271
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass39,569 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    39,569 miles
    Test number
    102138506237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T962 SGJ

Does T962 SGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T962 SGJ expired on 22 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T962 SGJ?
The MOT on T962 SGJ expired on 22 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T962 SGJ done?
T962 SGJ was recorded at 96,406 miles at its MOT on 12 Sept 2022, an average of 3,524 miles a year.
Has T962 SGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T962 SGJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on T962 SGJ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T962 SGJ find?
T962 SGJ passed its latest MOT on 12 Sept 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component, and 5 more.

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