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MT53 GYH

2003 Rover Streetwise

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

90,738 mi
Last recorded90,738 miles
Recorded on29 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 GYH
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 May 2018 90,738 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 89,730 miles

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

cracks in both front tyres

Fail 2 May 2017 89,727 miles

Nearside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

cracks in both front tyres

Pass 12 May 2016 89,202 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 85,330 miles

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

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

Oil leak

oil level low

Pass 12 Feb 2014 77,406 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2014 77,406 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 65,503 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 65,503 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2012 51,894 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2012 51,894 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Battery insecure

Battery warning light on dashboard

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

Pass 16 Feb 2011 39,295 miles

Engine oil filter corroded and leaking.

Engine oil leval low. No oil on dipstick.

Pass 19 Feb 2010 27,341 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 27,338 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2008 10,411 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 6,938 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 6,347 miles

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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MT53 GYH is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 MT53 GYH, 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 MT53 GYH registered?

MT53 GYH is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 29 October 2003.

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