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BU05 AAE

2005 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

93,345 mi
Last recorded93,345 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover Streetwise49,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU05 AAE
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2017 93,345 miles

rear axle bushes deteriated / partial seperation

Fail 23 Mar 2017 93,333 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both no pattern suspect bulb fitted incorrect (1.7.5a)

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

rear axle bushes deteriated / partial seperation

Pass 24 Mar 2016 89,723 miles

slightly oil leak

Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component by rack (2.3.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

under vehicle suspension/braking components slightly corrode

Pass 24 Apr 2015 83,640 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 83,640 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2014 748,520 miles

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

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

slight pull to n/s/f on brakes

Fail 28 Apr 2014 74,811 miles

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

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

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

slight pull to n/s/f on brakes

Pass 29 Apr 2013 66,595 miles

slight noise from o/s/r wheel bearing slight corrosion on rear exhaust pipe joint

Pass 8 May 2012 60,014 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2011 52,956 miles
Fail 4 May 2011 52,934 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 45,772 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 37,985 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 30,879 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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BU05 AAE is a 2005 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Rover Streetwise models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 49,820 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 BU05 AAE, 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 21 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 BU05 AAE registered?

BU05 AAE is a 2005 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is BU05 AAE safe to buy?

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