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BU53 RJV

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,546 mi
Last recorded78,546 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 78,546 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 75,638 miles

Wipers poor

Pass 31 Mar 2016 72,847 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 72,844 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2015 70,566 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2015 70,566 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 66,526 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2014 66,523 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2012 58,888 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 53,009 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 47,749 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 42,029 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 36,551 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2007 28,712 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 19,838 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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BU53 RJV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 BU53 RJV, 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 RJV registered?

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

Is BU53 RJV safe to buy?

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