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MT53 EWU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,554 mi
Last recorded73,554 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 EWU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2018 73,554 miles

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

Fail 3 Feb 2018 73,554 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 64,116 miles

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

centre & rear exhaust silencers corroded

Pass 30 Jan 2016 55,527 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2016 55,527 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,260 miles

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

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2013 45,120 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 45,120 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 42,021 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 42,021 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 38,215 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 33,800 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 28,895 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 25,336 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 20,902 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 14,819 miles

How Reliable is the Rover Streetwise?

Based on 99,524 MOT tests across 7,213 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
5,402
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
7,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,744
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,632
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,100
Stop lamp not working 2,357
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 2,268
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MT53 EWU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Rover Streetwise models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 51,750 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Rover Streetwise fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 4,744 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MT53 EWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Rover Streetwise typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Rover Streetwise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MT53 EWU registered?

MT53 EWU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is MT53 EWU safe to buy?

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