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KV53 JTU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

60,794 mi
Last recorded60,794 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 JTU
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2024 60,794 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2023 59,573 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 58,521 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 57,396 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 57,396 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 56,586 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 55,477 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 53,773 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 49,663 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 25 May 2016 46,013 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 40,525 miles

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

Fail 18 May 2015 40,380 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

plastic covers fitted to outer sills

Fail 2 Jun 2014 33,976 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 33,976 miles

Offside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 30,699 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres cracking on side walls and tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 22 Apr 2013 30,698 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres cracking on side walls and tread

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2010 28,504 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 27,997 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 27,997 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 27,285 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 26,527 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2007 26,527 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Dec 2006 26,129 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2006 26,129 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)

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

sill over covers fitted

Pass 24 Jul 2006 23,202 miles

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

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

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 JTU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2003 Rover Streetwise models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 51,750 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 JTU, 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 KV53 JTU registered?

KV53 JTU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is KV53 JTU safe to buy?

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