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KR53 RXB

2003 Rover Streetwise

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

45,023 mi
Last recorded45,023 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 RXB
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 45,023 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 42,188 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 42,182 miles

Offside Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (3.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on stalk snapped (8.2.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 39,684 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 37,165 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2015 37,165 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 35,107 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 33,308 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 33,308 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 31,454 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 31,438 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jan 2011 29,806 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 27,627 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 22 Jan 2010 27,609 miles

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Jan 2009 22,896 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2008 16,381 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2006 11,614 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 RXB is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RXB, 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 RXB registered?

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

Is KR53 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KR53 RXB shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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