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VK53 EAP

2003 Rover Streetwise

Silver Petrol 1396cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

66,525 mi
Last recorded66,525 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Rover Streetwise51,750 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK53 EAP
MakeRover
ModelStreetwise
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,396cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2016 66,525 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 66,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 65,182 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 63,615 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 61,880 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 56,383 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 49,970 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 42,318 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2009 34,309 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 24,134 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 13,179 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 7,463 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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VK53 EAP 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 91.7%.

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 VK53 EAP, 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 VK53 EAP registered?

VK53 EAP is a 2003 Rover Streetwise, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is VK53 EAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK53 EAP shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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