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KV53 HXE

2003 Rover Streetwise

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

77,327 mi
Last recorded77,327 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 HXE
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 77,327 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 70,199 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 66,577 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Wipers split

Pass 25 Jan 2012 61,680 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2012 61,672 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2011 53,629 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2009 46,350 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 39,787 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 33,071 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 32,977 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 27,106 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2006 27,041 miles

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

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 HXE is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Grey with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KV53 HXE, 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 KV53 HXE registered?

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

Is KV53 HXE safe to buy?

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