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HV53 LKZ

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,715 mi
Last recorded69,715 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2009
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 LKZ
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2009 69,715 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Sep 2009 69,715 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 61,402 miles

Both front antiroll bar drop link bushes deteriorating slightly.

Both outer constant velocity joint boots cracking slightly.

Handbrake will need adjusting soon.

Nearside rear tyre wearing on inner edge.

Nearside steering rack boot damp.

Offside front tyre low on tread and worn smooth on edges.

Rear exhaust silencer in rusty and poor condition.

Pass 27 Sep 2007 53,724 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 53,724 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 44,362 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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HV53 LKZ is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 HV53 LKZ, 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.

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What year was HV53 LKZ registered?

HV53 LKZ is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is HV53 LKZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV53 LKZ shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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