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MT53 HBB

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

73,425 mi
Last recorded73,425 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 HBB
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 73,425 miles

Offside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 23 Oct 2024 71,075 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 69,679 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 66,837 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexie deteriorated

sill covers fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2022 66,817 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

exhaust flexie deteriorated

sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2021 63,734 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 14 Oct 2021 63,688 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2020 62,272 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 57,772 miles
Pass 2 May 2018 54,264 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 49,778 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 46,122 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 40,701 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 35,307 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 30,670 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 27,488 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 27,482 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 23 Feb 2011 15,536 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 15,114 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 13,494 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2008 11,166 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 9,423 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 6,715 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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MT53 HBB is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 MT53 HBB, 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 MT53 HBB registered?

MT53 HBB is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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