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VA53 VFB

2004 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,883 mi
Last recorded147,883 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Rover Streetwise51,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 VFB
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 147,883 miles

rear wiper split

Fail 12 Sep 2014 147,646 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

rear wiper split

Pass 25 Sep 2013 141,591 miles

both rear tyres sidewalls slightly cracked

Fail 24 Sep 2013 141,591 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)

both rear tyres sidewalls slightly cracked

Pass 8 Oct 2012 132,993 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 124,509 miles

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

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Oct 2010 116,482 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 110,433 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 103,687 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 96,629 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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VA53 VFB is a 2004 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Rover Streetwise models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 51,781 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 VA53 VFB, 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 22 years old, this Rover Streetwise is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VA53 VFB registered?

VA53 VFB is a 2004 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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