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KN53 RSV

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

102,387 mi
Last recorded102,387 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 RSV
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2015 102,387 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 102,387 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 100,645 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 95,788 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 81,120 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 68,654 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 68,654 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 53,547 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 53,547 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2008 37,781 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 22,143 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 22,143 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2006 20,844 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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KN53 RSV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KN53 RSV, 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 KN53 RSV registered?

KN53 RSV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is KN53 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN53 RSV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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