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FM53 HSG

2004 Rover Streetwise

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

77,414 mi
Last recorded77,414 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Rover Streetwise51,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 HSG
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 77,414 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 77,412 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexible joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 64,094 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 64,093 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2021 60,052 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering rack is damp

Fail 10 Nov 2021 60,052 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering rack is damp

Pass 27 Nov 2020 55,227 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Nov 2020 55,227 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2019 50,190 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 50,190 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 48,226 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

steering rack as slight leak

Pass 4 May 2018 46,787 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 43,595 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 41,394 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 37,846 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 33,890 miles

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2013 30,347 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2013 30,347 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2012 26,886 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 23,166 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 23,166 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2010 20,193 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

nearside front tyre has wear on outer edge

Fail 10 Apr 2010 20,193 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front tyre has wear on outer edge

Pass 23 Apr 2009 18,066 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2009 18,066 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2008 15,433 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 15,433 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 May 2007 12,676 miles

hand brake travel

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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FM53 HSG is a 2004 Rover Streetwise in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Rover Streetwise models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 51,781 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 FM53 HSG, 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 22 years old, this Rover Streetwise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FM53 HSG is a 2004 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 23 January 2004.

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