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OU53 PLN

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,213 mi
Last recorded73,213 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU53 PLN
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 73,213 miles

Front Exhaust mount bracket corroded, but exhaust system still adequately supported

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 69,226 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 65,465 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 61,175 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 61,175 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 56,773 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2011 50,789 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2011 50,789 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Nov 2010 45,548 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 40,621 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 31,698 miles

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

n/s rear brake may need service

Pass 26 Sep 2007 25,910 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 25,910 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 18,158 miles

PLEASE NOTE !!! MID SECTION TO REAR SECTION (JOINTS) OF EXHAUST ARE SHOWING SIGNS OF DETERIORATION.

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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OU53 PLN is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 OU53 PLN, 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 OU53 PLN registered?

OU53 PLN is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is OU53 PLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU53 PLN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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