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KX53 NMZ

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Diesel 1994cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

136,978 mi
Last recorded136,978 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 NMZ
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,994cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 136,978 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Fail 10 Feb 2016 136,690 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 21 Feb 2015 131,218 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2013 128,575 miles

Engine management light on.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

Slight misting of n/s headlasmp (not yet affecting image)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 128,575 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Engine management light on.

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Slight misting of n/s headlasmp (not yet affecting image)

Pass 18 Dec 2012 124,715 miles

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

NEAR SIDE FRONT A.B.S RING SPLIT

Pass 19 Oct 2011 119,535 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2011 119,533 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2010 111,931 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2010 111,931 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 75,549 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2008 47,514 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake has some travel

Pass 23 Jan 2007 23,359 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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KX53 NMZ is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver with a 1,994cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KX53 NMZ, 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 KX53 NMZ registered?

KX53 NMZ is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 17 October 2003.

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