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FT03 NSN

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

94,127 mi
Last recorded94,127 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT03 NSN
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 94,127 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion to rear exhaust

offside rear tyre cracking

oil leak

Fail 9 Apr 2018 94,127 miles

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

corrosion to rear exhaust

offside rear tyre cracking

oil leak

Pass 4 Apr 2017 92,885 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 92,884 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2016 91,615 miles

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

Fail 17 Feb 2016 91,610 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

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

Fail 16 Feb 2015 89,424 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 89,424 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 84,462 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Plastic oversills fitted not allowing a full inspection.

Fail 15 Mar 2014 84,462 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Plastic oversills fitted not allowing a full inspection.

Pass 15 Mar 2013 77,156 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 69,028 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2012 89,027 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 64,243 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2011 64,243 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2010 55,272 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 44,625 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 44,424 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2008 34,005 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2008 34,005 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 24,030 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2006 14,880 miles

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

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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FT03 NSN is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 FT03 NSN, 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 FT03 NSN registered?

FT03 NSN is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 27 August 2003.

Is FT03 NSN safe to buy?

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