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RE53 FDU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

87,825 mi
Last recorded87,825 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE53 FDU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 87,825 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 77,328 miles

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

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

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

exhaust system deteriorating

Fail 4 Jul 2017 77,328 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid pump not working (8.2.3)

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

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

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

exhaust system deteriorating

Pass 18 Aug 2016 75,269 miles

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

exhaust system deteriorating

wiper blades deteriorating

Fail 17 Aug 2016 75,269 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working centre also (1.2.1b)

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

exhaust system deteriorating

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 5 Aug 2015 59,638 miles

Plastic outer sill covers fitted.

Pass 22 Jul 2014 58,169 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 57,753 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 55,884 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

general underbody corrosion

Pass 21 Jul 2012 55,884 miles

general underbody corrosion

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 55,803 miles

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

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

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

drive belts cracked

Pass 21 Sep 2010 49,140 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

exhaust tail section corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Sep 2009 41,055 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 33,488 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 28,675 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2007 28,674 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 21,195 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 21,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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RE53 FDU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 RE53 FDU, 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 RE53 FDU registered?

RE53 FDU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is RE53 FDU safe to buy?

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