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SL53 LYP

2003 Rover Streetwise

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

41,482 mi
Last recorded41,482 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2011
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL53 LYP
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2011 41,482 miles

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

both front top strut mounting plates corroded

Fail 21 Oct 2011 41,482 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

both front top strut mounting plates corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2010 39,150 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

coolant cap missing

o/s inner steering arm slight play

Fail 14 Oct 2009 34,463 miles

Centre Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2009 34,463 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 22,493 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Oct 2008 22,493 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 13,466 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 8,453 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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SL53 LYP is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 SL53 LYP, 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 SL53 LYP registered?

SL53 LYP is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is SL53 LYP safe to buy?

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