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WF53 YDC

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2020
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

95,239 mi
Last recorded95,239 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF53 YDC
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2019 95,239 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 95,199 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

advise corrosion in most places not excessive

Pass 22 Oct 2018 89,224 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 82,736 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2017 82,735 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 76,055 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2016 76,055 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 69,455 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 63,029 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2014 63,029 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 56,556 miles

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

idle speed high

n/s/r tyre deteriorated-sidewalls starting to split

o/s and n/s outer c.v boots perished

pas drive belt in very poor condition

Fail 25 Oct 2013 56,556 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

idle speed high

n/s/r tyre deteriorated-sidewalls starting to split

o/s and n/s outer c.v boots perished

pas drive belt in very poor condition

Pass 24 Oct 2012 50,102 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 44,217 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 38,864 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 33,614 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 33,614 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,527 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 23,296 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 16,764 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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WF53 YDC is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 WF53 YDC, 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 WF53 YDC registered?

WF53 YDC is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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