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BF53 MFX

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,839 mi
Last recorded59,839 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 MFX
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 59,839 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Nov 2016 58,142 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 57,332 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 53,319 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 12 Dec 2014 53,319 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Nov 2013 48,711 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2013 48,711 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 43,760 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 40,010 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 36,064 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 31,868 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 27,073 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 22,738 miles

n/s front tyre cracking between treads

Fail 3 Dec 2007 22,722 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s front tyre cracking between treads

Pass 11 Dec 2006 16,133 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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BF53 MFX is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF53 MFX, 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 BF53 MFX registered?

BF53 MFX is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is BF53 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 MFX shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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