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PY53 AGU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

82,722 mi
Last recorded82,722 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY53 AGU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2024 82,722 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underside of vehicle corroding including sub-frames and suspension components.

Pass 21 Dec 2022 80,199 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Crossmember (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 80,142 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outter sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Below steering rack boot/arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outter sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Little reserve travle (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 78,479 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2021 78,479 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 77,361 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2019 77,055 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 75,395 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 75,395 miles

Fuel tank so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2017 72,267 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Oct 2016 69,162 miles

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

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 19 Oct 2015 65,728 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2014 61,282 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 58,330 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 53,597 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2012 53,596 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2011 49,538 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 43,757 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Oct 2010 43,757 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 35,958 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 28,613 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

front number plate starting to delaminat

Pass 15 Oct 2007 21,019 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 12,719 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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PY53 AGU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 PY53 AGU, 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 PY53 AGU registered?

PY53 AGU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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The MOT history for PY53 AGU shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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