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BG53 WMX

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

92,428 mi
Last recorded92,428 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 WMX
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 92,428 miles

Offside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Dec 2016 92,425 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Body has slight corrosion inner door sills both sides and chassis (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 92,339 miles

little reserve travel on handbrake lever, advise adjust or repaire

slight oil leak from power steering rack

Pass 8 Nov 2014 85,857 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 79,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 79,458 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Nov 2012 73,739 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 73,718 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 68,063 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 59,910 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 59,909 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2009 51,286 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 42,997 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 34,147 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 25,693 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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BG53 WMX is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BG53 WMX, 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 BG53 WMX registered?

BG53 WMX is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is BG53 WMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 WMX shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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