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ML53 CVT

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

58,002 mi
Last recorded58,002 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 CVT
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 58,002 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Fail 24 Feb 2017 58,002 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak ()

exhaust flexi section deteriorated

Pass 26 Feb 2016 55,375 miles

exhaust centre section and backbox deteriorated

Fail 19 Feb 2016 55,375 miles

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

exhaust centre section and backbox deteriorated

Pass 30 Sep 2014 54,087 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2014 54,075 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2013 52,103 miles

exhaust corroded

power steering belt cracked

rear sill backs corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2012 47,451 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2011 44,025 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 44,025 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 39,615 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 35,188 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 29,451 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 29,451 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2007 22,353 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 14,168 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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ML53 CVT is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 ML53 CVT, 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 ML53 CVT registered?

ML53 CVT is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is ML53 CVT safe to buy?

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