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LG53 VLC

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

89,881 mi
Last recorded89,881 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 VLC
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 89,881 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 86,087 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 82,799 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 76,717 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 70,546 miles

Excessive travel on the parkbrake lever

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2010 61,398 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 61,398 miles

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

front discs lipped

n/s/r tyre wearing out of shape

stone chips to screen

unable to check inner brake pads

Pass 14 Sep 2009 51,510 miles

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

discs lipped

rear tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 15 Sep 2008 42,385 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 35,296 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 35,296 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2006 28,628 miles

handbrake travel high

unable to see inner pads

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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LG53 VLC is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LG53 VLC, 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 LG53 VLC registered?

LG53 VLC is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 3 October 2003.

Is LG53 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 VLC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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