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MF53 KOV

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

46,143 mi
Last recorded46,143 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 KOV
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2014 46,143 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 3 Sep 2014 46,143 miles

Exhaust system is corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 21 Aug 2013 36,385 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 34,346 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 32,002 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 28,644 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 25,427 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 25,427 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2008 22,682 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 19,166 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 13,211 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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MF53 KOV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MF53 KOV, 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 MF53 KOV?

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What year was MF53 KOV registered?

MF53 KOV is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MF53 KOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 KOV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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