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PF53 KGA

2003 Rover Streetwise

Blue Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,471 mi
Last recorded64,471 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF53 KGA
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2014 64,471 miles

wiper switch wobbly

Pass 3 Apr 2013 58,671 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 49,560 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 23 Mar 2012 49,560 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)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 5 Nov 2010 40,390 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 40,390 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2009 31,378 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Nov 2008 22,925 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 18 Nov 2008 22,925 miles

Offside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 22 Nov 2007 13,983 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 10,225 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 10,225 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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PF53 KGA is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Blue with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PF53 KGA, 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 PF53 KGA registered?

PF53 KGA is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 22 December 2003.

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