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KV53 HXC

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,976 mi
Last recorded94,976 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 HXC
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2014 94,976 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2014 94,976 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 89,872 miles

o/s/rtyre sidewall cracking but no ply cords showing

slight front brake judder

Fail 31 Jan 2013

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

Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/rtyre sidewall cracking but no ply cords showing

slight front brake judder

Pass 11 Jan 2012 84,978 miles

oil leak

front anti roll bar corroded

n/s/f inner tie rod has slight play

Fail 11 Jan 2012 84,978 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front anti roll bar corroded

n/s/f inner tie rod has slight play

oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2010 75,305 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 75,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 63,129 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 49,707 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 37,824 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 29,115 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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KV53 HXC is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 KV53 HXC, 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

How do I check the history of KV53 HXC?

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What year was KV53 HXC registered?

KV53 HXC is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 17 November 2003.

Is KV53 HXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 HXC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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