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BU53 RHF

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

134,052 mi
Last recorded134,052 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2019
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 RHF
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2019 134,052 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Jun 2019 133,996 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 127,440 miles

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2018 127,440 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 May 2017 121,010 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and inner body sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

vehicle fitted with engine cover and under tray

Pass 27 May 2016 113,314 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 113,314 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 105,339 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 96,934 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 96,925 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 6 Oct 2011 95,633 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 95,633 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 90,861 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2010 90,861 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 85,423 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 85,423 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Oct 2008 71,346 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 50,400 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 50,400 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

both front tyre worn on inner edges

steering geometry track requires checking

Pass 14 Oct 2006 38,952 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
Full Rover Streetwise reliability report

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BU53 RHF is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BU53 RHF, 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 BU53 RHF registered?

BU53 RHF is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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