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ML53 PVE

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

100,151 mi
Last recorded100,151 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 PVE
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 100,151 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 96,675 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Nov 2013 91,473 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 84,272 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 76,583 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 76,583 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 69,871 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 69,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 62,650 miles

advise front wipers split

advise operation of rear fog light switch

Fail 31 Oct 2009 62,650 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

advise front wipers split

advise operation of rear fog light switch

Pass 27 Oct 2008 56,077 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 44,808 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 30,578 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 30,578 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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
Full Rover Streetwise reliability report

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ML53 PVE 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 71.4%.

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 PVE, 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 PVE registered?

ML53 PVE is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is ML53 PVE safe to buy?

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