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KR53 RRU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,529 mi
Last recorded115,529 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 RRU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2013 115,529 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 15 Nov 2013 115,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 104,954 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 15 Nov 2012 104,954 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 93,620 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 84,528 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 76,619 miles

Radiator corroded

Slight corrosion both rear short brake pipes

Pass 8 Dec 2008 67,165 miles

handbrake travel

Pass 14 Dec 2007 53,617 miles

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

o/s/front driveshaft seal leaking gear oil

Pass 29 Nov 2006 37,592 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 37,592 miles

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

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

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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KR53 RRU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 KR53 RRU, 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 KR53 RRU registered?

KR53 RRU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is KR53 RRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 RRU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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