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NG53 FMV

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

148,998 mi
Last recorded148,998 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG53 FMV
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2017 148,998 miles

Body has slight corrosion Underbody corroded. (6.1.B.2)

Rear Axle bushes worn

Fail 4 Mar 2017 148,993 miles

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

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

Body has slight corrosion Underbody corroded. (6.1.B.2)

Rear Axle bushes worn

Pass 4 Mar 2016 131,863 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 29 Dec 2015 129,238 miles

Brake pipes excessively greased

Engine covers fitted

Under body corroded

Under trays fitted

Pass 29 Dec 2014 115,882 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2014 115,882 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 107,249 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 98,250 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 20 Dec 2011 87,848 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 76,952 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 66,969 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 55,998 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Dec 2007 48,512 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2006 36,101 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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NG53 FMV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NG53 FMV, 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 NG53 FMV registered?

NG53 FMV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is NG53 FMV safe to buy?

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