Rover Streetwise Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Rover Streetwise reliable? We analysed 99,524 real MOT tests across 7,213 vehicles to find out.
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The Rover Streetwise is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include track rod end ball joint has excessive play, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Rover Streetwise.
Rover Streetwise Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Rover Streetwise. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Rover Streetwise MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Rover Streetwise to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Rover Streetwise Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Rover Streetwise fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Rover Streetwise Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Rover Streetwise owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Rover Streetwise MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Rover Streetwise year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 1,970 | 71.9% | 34,974 | 52,520 | 74,042 |
| 2005 | 10,545 | 72.5% | 31,633 | 49,820 | 72,145 |
| 2004 | 60,899 | 72.0% | 33,480 | 51,781 | 73,698 |
| 2003 | 26,039 | 72.0% | 33,210 | 51,750 | 72,900 |
How Long Does a Rover Streetwise Last?
Based on 7,213 Rover Streetwise vehicles on UK roads.
Rover Streetwise Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Rover Streetwise MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Rover Streetwise
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.5% MOT pass rate from 10,545 tests
71.9% MOT pass rate from 1,970 tests
The best year to buy a used Rover Streetwise is 2005, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.5% across 10,545 tests. The 2006 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Rover Streetwise Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rover Streetwise THIS CAR | 72.0% | 99,524 | 51,572 mi | 23 yrs |
| Rover 25 | 72.1% | 1,784,341 | 53,712 mi | 26 yrs |
| Rover 75 | 70.7% | 1,365,354 | 77,595 mi | 27 yrs |
| Rover 214 | 67.6% | 1,033,973 | 75,438 mi | 36 yrs |
| Volvo 300 Series | 65.9% | 60,684 | 74,914 mi | 43 yrs |
Compared to the Rover 25 (72.1% pass rate) and the Rover 75 (70.7% pass rate), the Rover Streetwise sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Rover Streetwise has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.0% across 99,524 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Rover Streetwise are track rod end ball joint has excessive play (4,744 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (3,632), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3,100). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Rover Streetwise owner drives around 5,402 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Rover Streetwise models stay on UK roads for around 23 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.