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KV53 KFU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,954 mi
Last recorded65,954 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 65,954 miles

Both rear tyre sidewalls perishing close to the limits

Rear exhaust silencer mountings missing exhaust system not insecure

Pass 17 Dec 2016 63,232 miles

Both front brake discs corroding

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

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall perishing close to the limits

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

Rear exhaust silencer mountings missing silencer not insecure

Fail 17 Dec 2016 63,232 miles

Both front brake discs corroding

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

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall perishing close to the limits

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear exhaust silencer mountings missing silencer not insecure

Pass 29 Dec 2015 59,284 miles

Offside door mirror repaired in poor condition

Fail 18 Nov 2015 59,246 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 53,839 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 49,484 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2013 49,484 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 44,948 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2011 39,436 miles

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 20 Nov 2010 34,051 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 29,528 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,690 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 22,569 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 17,755 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 KFU is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KFU, 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 KFU registered?

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

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