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£4,800
1997 ROVER 825 STERLING AUTO
UK • 28 Oct 2026 • Lot 153
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1997 Rover 825 Sterling Auto has had significant recent mechanical work, including a new timing belt, water pump, fuel pump, and 5 new tires, with refurbished wheels. It comes with a clean MOT until October 2027, addressing previous rodent damage to wiring, but it's important to note that as a classic, it will require ongoing maintenance.
Condition
7
The car has undergone significant mechanical work including a new battery, alternator, fuel pump, timing belt, water pump, brake pipes, and ABS sensors. It also has 5 new tires and refurbished wheels. However, there was rodent damage to wiring, indicating past issues and the potential for future ones. The vendor notes that classics are not immaculate and may require ongoing maintenance.
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57,127 miles (via 2026 MOT)
R900 ROV
1997
Auction
Automatic
RHD
United Kingdom
Description
Mileage: Please refer to the video for the mileage showing Make: ROVER Model: 825 STERLING AUTO Registration: R900 ROV
Engine Size (cc): 2497 Transmission: 4 Speed Auto Petrol Year of Manufacture: 1997 Date First Registered: 07/08/1997 MOT Expiry Date: 06/10/2027 Current V5: YES Location: PICKERING Guide Price: SUBMIT BEST BID You can view from: Wednesday 21 October 2026 - Tuesday 27 October 2026
Price Analysis vs Other Sterlings
£800
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£3,000
Median Price (Since 2020)
£4,800
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 6th Oct 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
57,127 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 7th Oct 2026, 57,127 miles
Passed
On 15th Sept 2025, 57,167 miles
Passed
On 25th Sept 2024, 57,096 miles
Passed
On 25th Aug 2023, 57,077 miles
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Auction House Headquarters
Mathewsons
Pickering Road, Thornton-le-Dale, Pickering, Yorkshire, YO18 7LH
Operating from Pickering, North Yorkshire, Mathewsons is a physical auction house dealing in classic, vintage, and modern classic vehicles. They hold regular live auctions and provide vehicle consignment services.
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