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SH53 HRM

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,314 mi
Last recorded60,314 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH53 HRM
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2013 60,314 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 57,361 miles

Battery insecure.

Fail 15 Dec 2012 57,317 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Battery insecure.

Pass 10 Jan 2012 54,845 miles

sill covers fitted

Fail 9 Jan 2012 54,845 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

engine management lamp on

long travel on footbrake pedal

long travel on handbrake lever

sill covers fitted

surface corrosion and light scoring on o/s/f brake disc - outer surface

Pass 14 Jan 2011 49,636 miles

rear wiper blade split

surface corrosion and light scoring on o/s/f brake disc

Fail 14 Jan 2011 49,636 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

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

rear wiper blade split

surface corrosion and light scoring on o/s/f brake disc

Pass 14 Jan 2010 47,427 miles

offside lower windscreen has a crack outside swept area

Fail 9 Jan 2009 38,191 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 38,191 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 28,912 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 18,003 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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SH53 HRM is a 2003 Rover Streetwise in Silver 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 SH53 HRM, 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 SH53 HRM registered?

SH53 HRM is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is SH53 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH53 HRM shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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