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DN53 OLV

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,424 mi
Last recorded84,424 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN53 OLV
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 84,424 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 84,423 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 8 Dec 2012 79,850 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2012 79,850 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Dec 2011 75,731 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 75,731 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2010 62,595 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2010 62,595 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 52,628 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 52,575 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Pass 23 Dec 2008 42,364 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2008 42,364 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2007 29,674 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 24,371 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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DN53 OLV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 DN53 OLV, 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 DN53 OLV registered?

DN53 OLV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 18 December 2003.

Is DN53 OLV safe to buy?

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