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WU53 VXR

2003 Rover Streetwise

Green Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,801 mi
Last recorded86,801 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 VXR
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2012 86,801 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 86,792 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 77,538 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 77,532 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2009 59,139 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2009 59,091 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 47,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

anti slip pad worn on footbrake

screw in sidewall o/s rear tyre

wheels touching body on full lock

Pass 8 Nov 2007 36,150 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 8 Nov 2007 36,150 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 21,896 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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WU53 VXR is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Green with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 WU53 VXR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WU53 VXR registered?

WU53 VXR is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is WU53 VXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU53 VXR shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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