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KR53 RSX

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

144,485 mi
Last recorded144,485 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 RSX
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 144,485 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/step (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 136,067 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 136,055 miles

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

front brake discs are corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2014 110,947 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 110,943 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 93,579 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear wiper blade not effectively clearing screen

Fail 14 Jun 2013 93,579 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear wiper blade not effectively clearing screen

Pass 13 Jun 2012 84,069 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

starter motor faulty

Pass 23 Jun 2011 72,020 miles

near side front abs tooth ring broken

Fail 23 Jun 2011 72,020 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

near side front abs tooth ring broken

Pass 19 Jul 2010 58,438 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 41,179 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 40,099 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 40,099 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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 11 Dec 2007 32,330 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 32,330 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 24,141 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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KR53 RSX is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KR53 RSX, 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 RSX registered?

KR53 RSX is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 8 December 2003.

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