2004 Rover Streetwise 1.4L Petrol · FE04 ECD
2004 Rover Streetwise (1.4L, petrol). First registered 09 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 39,152 miles. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- ROVER STREETWISE
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 39,152 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FE04 ECD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/10/2025
- 39,152 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FE04 ECD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Rover Streetwise (FE04 ECD) between October 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Stop lamp(s) not working hi level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.
FE04 ECD Mileage History
- 06/10/202338,539 mi
- 10/10/202338,539 mi
- 14/10/202438,877 mi+338 mi
- 09/10/202539,152 mi+275 mi
- 09/10/202539,152 mi
Average of roughly 305 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Rover Rover Streetwise
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: ROVER STREETWISE
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- K-Series Head Gasket Failure(Serious)
As with the Rover 25, the K-Series engines in the Streetwise are prone to head gasket failure due to plastic dowels and low coolant capacity.
- SCU / BCU Relay Failure (Pektron)(Moderate)
As a late MG Rover model, the Streetwise uses the Pektron SCU which is notorious for relay failure affecting central locking, wipers, and alarm.
- Rusting Sills and Rear Arches(Moderate)
The sills and rear wheel arches are prone to corrosion, just as on the Rover 25. Structural rust is a common MOT failure point.
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- K-Series Head Gasket FailureSerious
As with the Rover 25, the K-Series engines in the Streetwise are prone to head gasket failure due to plastic dowels and low coolant capacity.
- SCU / BCU Relay Failure (Pektron)Moderate
As a late MG Rover model, the Streetwise uses the Pektron SCU which is notorious for relay failure affecting central locking, wipers, and alarm.
- Rusting Sills and Rear ArchesModerate
The sills and rear wheel arches are prone to corrosion, just as on the Rover 25. Structural rust is a common MOT failure point.
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