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KV53 KGU

2003 Rover Streetwise

Grey Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,743 mi
Last recorded62,743 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2015 62,743 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 61,901 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 61,901 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)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 May 2013 61,311 miles
Fail 28 May 2013 61,311 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 60,001 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 58,864 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 23 Jun 2011 58,864 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 56,903 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 56,115 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 56,115 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

nearside front tyre and offside front tyre perished and starting to crack 205/50/16

Pass 19 Jun 2008 51,093 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

O/S/R TYRE STARTING TO WEAR ON OUTSIDE

Fail 17 Apr 2007 41,605 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 41,605 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 38,447 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 KGU 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 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KGU, 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

How do I check the history of KV53 KGU?

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What year was KV53 KGU registered?

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

Is KV53 KGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV53 KGU shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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