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BN53 OXL

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

89,923 mi
Last recorded89,923 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 OXL
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 89,923 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 87,010 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 87,010 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 84,182 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 77,544 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2014 77,544 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever is impeded in its travel (3.1.6c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 60,428 miles

o/s/r wheel bearing slightly noisy

Pass 12 Sep 2012 51,420 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 46,730 miles

Handbrake travel high

Malfunction indicator light on, indicating a possible fault

O/s front tyre slight cracking on inner sidewall

Power steering drive belt deteriorated.

Fail 13 Sep 2011 46,725 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

Handbrake travel high

Malfunction indicator light on, indicating a possible fault

O/s front tyre slight cracking on inner sidewall

Power steering drive belt deteriorated.

Pass 15 Sep 2010 43,150 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 43,150 miles

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 39,087 miles

Power steering drive belt deteriorated.

Fail 16 Sep 2009 39,087 miles

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

Power steering drive belt deteriorated.

Pass 10 Sep 2008 35,286 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Power steering drive belt deteriorated.

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 31,545 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 31,540 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 23,299 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 23,299 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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BN53 OXL is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN53 OXL, 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 BN53 OXL registered?

BN53 OXL is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 19 September 2003.

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