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WL53 MBU

2004 Rover Streetwise

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

112,728 mi
Last recorded112,728 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Rover Streetwise51,781 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL53 MBU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 112,728 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 108,456 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 100,649 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Aug 2016 100,649 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 93,661 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 85,343 miles

plastic sill trims fitted

smaller wheels and tyres fitted to the front of the vehicle

Fail 12 May 2014 85,343 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

plastic sill trims fitted

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

smaller wheels and tyres fitted to the front of the vehicle

Pass 3 May 2013 77,257 miles

Fluid leak from power steering

Fail 3 May 2013 77,257 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fluid leak from power steering

Pass 17 Apr 2012 71,262 miles

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

excessive oil leak

Fail 16 Apr 2012 71,261 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

excessive oil leak

Pass 3 May 2011 67,314 miles

Oil leak

Fail 3 May 2011 67,314 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 May 2010 64,457 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 64,360 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 55,035 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 43,039 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 33,814 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 MBU is a 2004 Rover Streetwise in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WL53 MBU, 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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WL53 MBU is a 2004 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 January 2004.

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