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KR53 UAK

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

80,902 mi
Last recorded80,902 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 80,902 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 23 May 2012 80,894 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jun 2011 73,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

all brake pipes are greased

front brake discs worn

hand brake leaver has free travle

n/s/f strut has marks were the wheel has been rubbing on it

o/s/f wheel beering has slight play in it

Pass 13 Jun 2011 73,671 miles

all brake pipes are greased

front brake discs worn

hand brake leaver has free travle

n/s/f strut has marks were the wheel has been rubbing on it

o/s/f wheel beering has slight play in it

Pass 6 Feb 2010 66,264 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 5 Feb 2010 66,264 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 62,311 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 62,311 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 7 Feb 2008 55,930 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 47,252 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 47,250 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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 UAK is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 UAK, 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 UAK registered?

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

Is KR53 UAK safe to buy?

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