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KR53 TBU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

95,295 mi
Last recorded95,295 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR53 TBU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2016 95,295 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 95,295 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 83,770 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 83,770 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Pass 13 Oct 2014 68,314 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2013 60,471 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2013 60,471 miles

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

sill covers fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2012 56,018 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2012 56,016 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2011 49,982 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 44,689 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2009 37,901 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2008 34,547 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2007 31,013 miles

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

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2006 26,695 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 TBU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 TBU, 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 KR53 TBU registered?

KR53 TBU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 9 December 2003.

Is KR53 TBU safe to buy?

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