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FW05 FHW

2005 Rover Streetwise

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2017
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

82,195 mi
Last recorded82,195 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Rover Streetwise49,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFW05 FHW
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 82,195 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2016 82,195 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2015 76,802 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 76,802 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 71,071 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 71,068 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 62,674 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 62,674 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2012 54,606 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 47,597 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 42,970 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2010 42,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2009 40,044 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 40,044 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 33,971 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Jun 2008 33,971 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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FW05 FHW is a 2005 Rover Streetwise in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 FW05 FHW, 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.

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What year was FW05 FHW registered?

FW05 FHW is a 2005 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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