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AX53 EWT

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

76,984 mi
Last recorded76,984 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 EWT
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 76,984 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2017 70,135 miles

windscreen cracked but not in drivers view

Fail 7 Dec 2017 70,135 miles

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

windscreen cracked but not in drivers view

Pass 6 Dec 2016 61,923 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Dec 2015 54,772 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 54,772 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 46,620 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside front ABS ring broken

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 38,937 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2012 36,811 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 Nov 2012 36,811 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 34,202 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 34,202 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 31,376 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 31,376 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 28,193 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 24,540 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 20,616 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 17,076 miles

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

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

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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AX53 EWT is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AX53 EWT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AX53 EWT registered?

AX53 EWT is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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