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ML53 ZXF

2003 Rover Streetwise

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

73,298 mi
Last recorded73,298 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 ZXF
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 73,298 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 21 Jul 2015 73,298 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

front number plate cracked

Pass 12 Feb 2014 64,051 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 61,008 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 57,556 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 57,556 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 55,155 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 51,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 6 Feb 2010 51,343 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 37,143 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 22,376 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 21,606 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2007 21,605 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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

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 ZXF is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ZXF, 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 ML53 ZXF registered?

ML53 ZXF is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is ML53 ZXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML53 ZXF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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