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GN55 BVB

2005 Rover Streetwise

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

141,093 mi
Last recorded141,093 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Rover Streetwise49,820 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 BVB
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2017 141,093 miles

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

osf brake slight bind

Pass 24 Oct 2015 136,738 miles

cover and side skirt fitted

oil leak

Fail 24 Oct 2015 136,737 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe (7.1.2)

cover and side skirt fitted

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 129,507 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhust centre section torear box has a small blow but still passed the smoke test

Fail 12 Nov 2014 129,507 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhust centre section torear box has a small blow but still passed the smoke test

Pass 21 Nov 2013 117,995 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 104,565 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Dec 2011 90,661 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 90,661 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 76,943 miles

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

Fail 20 Dec 2010 76,943 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2009 61,894 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 46,200 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 41,951 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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GN55 BVB is a 2005 Rover Streetwise in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel 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 GN55 BVB, 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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GN55 BVB is a 2005 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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