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WL53 ECW

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

74,333 mi
Last recorded74,333 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 ECW
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2017 74,333 miles

only just visable beam pattern on headlamps

Fail 28 Nov 2017 74,328 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

only just visable beam pattern on headlamps

Pass 2 Dec 2016 69,903 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Dec 2016 69,897 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 61,344 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 56,748 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 48,575 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 48,092 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 48,078 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 46,604 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 43,598 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 43,596 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2009 39,743 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 35,829 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 32,190 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2007 32,043 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 26,789 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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WL53 ECW is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 WL53 ECW, 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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WL53 ECW is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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