2003 Rover Streetwise 1.4L Petrol · VN53 DDZ
2003 Rover Streetwise (1.4L, petrol). First registered 04 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 92,567 miles. MOT expired on 07 Oct 2022.
- Make & Model
- ROVER STREETWISE
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 92,567 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VN53 DDZ Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/10/2021
- 92,567 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VN53 DDZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Rover Streetwise (VN53 DDZ) between September 2006 and October 2021.
The record contains 16 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 October 2021 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
VN53 DDZ Mileage History
- 21/09/200620,859 mi
- 25/09/200728,408 mi+7,549 mi
- 25/09/200836,136 mi+7,728 mi
- 17/09/200943,471 mi+7,335 mi
- 29/09/201049,883 mi+6,412 mi
- 16/09/201156,017 mi+6,134 mi
- 12/09/201261,574 mi+5,557 mi
- 12/09/201366,863 mi+5,289 mi
- 11/09/201471,409 mi+4,546 mi
- 25/09/201576,480 mi+5,071 mi
- 30/09/201680,136 mi+3,656 mi
- 18/09/201783,244 mi+3,108 mi
- 13/09/201886,284 mi+3,040 mi
- 16/09/201988,450 mi+2,166 mi
- 09/09/202090,293 mi+1,843 mi
- 08/10/202192,567 mi+2,274 mi
- 08/10/202192,567 mi
Average of roughly 4,766 miles per year across 17 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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