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KV53 KEJ

2003 Rover Streetwise

Grey Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

96,958 mi
Last recorded96,958 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV53 KEJ
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 96,958 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in inside edge

bad oil leaks

emits grey smoke

Fail 1 Oct 2015 96,946 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre has a nail in inside edge

bad oil leaks

emits grey smoke

Pass 3 Oct 2014 89,416 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 82,046 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 73,531 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

coolant low

Pass 20 Sep 2011 65,400 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 65,334 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 56,342 miles

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

front brake discs wearing

Pass 2 Oct 2009 47,870 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Oct 2008 38,368 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 33,274 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 24,223 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 24,223 miles

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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KV53 KEJ is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Grey with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KEJ, 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 KEJ registered?

KV53 KEJ is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is KV53 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 KEJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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