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KV53 JWU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,570 mi
Last recorded72,570 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2017 72,570 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread cracked.

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 61,109 miles

Nearside Front steering rack gaiter damp

oil leak

Pass 19 Feb 2015 53,773 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 53,773 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 47,031 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2014 47,031 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 40,566 miles

Both front door cards fouling bodywork when opening

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

Fail 6 Mar 2013 40,564 miles

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

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

Both front door cards fouling bodywork when opening

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 37,689 miles

Advise on rear tyres wearing on inside edge,n/s front tyre wearing on outside edge and small pin hole in exhaust rear box

Pass 6 Dec 2010 31,172 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 29,288 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2009 29,288 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 25,224 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 19,184 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Nov 2006 15,847 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 JWU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Grey 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 KV53 JWU, 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 JWU registered?

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

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The MOT history for KV53 JWU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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