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PY53 FOD

2003 Rover Streetwise

Yellow Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,575 mi
Last recorded98,575 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY53 FOD
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2017 98,575 miles

Oil leak ()

eml light on

Fail 24 Nov 2017 98,431 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Oil leak ()

eml light on

Pass 23 Nov 2016 8,221 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2016 82,001 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anti roll bar mounting (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 79,303 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 76,445 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 76,445 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 71,786 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Nov 2012 67,793 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 61,145 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)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 61,145 miles

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

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2010 50,946 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 42,779 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 42,779 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 35,789 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 35,789 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 29,515 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 23,032 miles

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

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

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

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 FOD is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Yellow with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 PY53 FOD, 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 FOD registered?

PY53 FOD is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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