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PL03 YGK

2003 Rover Streetwise

Red Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,107 mi
Last recorded19,107 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 YGK
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 19,107 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 19,081 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under vehicle corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2021 19,059 miles

all under vehicle corroded

Pass 23 Dec 2020 19,041 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 18,942 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 18,668 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 18,330 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 18,039 miles

Nearside Rear Inner sills rusty

Offside Rear Inner sills rusty

Pass 17 Dec 2015 16,940 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 16,300 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 16,300 miles

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

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 15,493 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 15,493 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 14,809 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 14,204 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 14,204 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 13,792 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,225 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 12,697 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 11,780 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 11,015 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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PL03 YGK is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Red with a 1,396cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 PL03 YGK, 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 PL03 YGK registered?

PL03 YGK is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 26 August 2003.

Is PL03 YGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL03 YGK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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