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DE53 VYN

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,115 mi
Last recorded62,115 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 VYN
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 62,115 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 62,115 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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 Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b) DANGEROUS

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 55,703 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion around rear chassis legs where axle mounts

Fail 20 Aug 2014 55,703 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

corrosion around rear chassis legs where axle mounts

Pass 23 Aug 2013 51,131 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 51,131 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre outer sidewall has a split to it not yet excessive

nearside rear tyre perishing and also has a nail in it's tread

offside rear tyre is perishing and has a nail in it's tread

Pass 28 Aug 2012 44,221 miles

aux belt is starting to perish

both rear tyres wearing on their edges

Fail 23 Aug 2012 44,120 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

aux belt is starting to perish

both rear tyres wearing on their edges

nearside cv gaiter is pin holed

washer stalk seems to the insecure/ broken

Pass 16 Aug 2011 37,397 miles

aux belt in poor condition

nearside front ABS ring has broken

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge, measurable tread dead on legal limit

play to nearside trackrod end not yet excessive

slight bind to the nearside front brake

Pass 11 Aug 2010 31,789 miles

kreb damage to n/s/r wheel and tyre

slight tear end of n/s/f wiper blade

Pass 19 Aug 2009 26,708 miles

nearside front ABS ring is cracked

nearside rear tyre is wearing on its outer edge

Fail 29 Jul 2008 22,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 22,210 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 22 Aug 2007 17,861 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 13,176 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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DE53 VYN is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DE53 VYN, 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 DE53 VYN registered?

DE53 VYN is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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