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KM53 DXT

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

34,456 mi
Last recorded34,456 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM53 DXT
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 34,456 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2024 32,029 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 27,653 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 27,586 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 27,519 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 2 Nov 2021 27,519 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 27,453 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 27,135 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Shock misty. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 26,523 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various areas. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 25,740 miles

Body has slight corrosion Various areas of under body. (6.1.B.2)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 24,651 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 23,763 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 22,475 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 22,473 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 21,443 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 20,477 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 19,328 miles

Both wipers deteriorated.

Pass 21 Oct 2010 17,655 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 17,655 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 15,464 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 13,045 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 10,620 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 8,026 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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KM53 DXT is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 KM53 DXT, 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 KM53 DXT registered?

KM53 DXT is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is KM53 DXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for KM53 DXT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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