Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Rover Streetwise?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2006 Rover Streetwise?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2006 Rover Streetwise?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2006 Rover Streetwise vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

26% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2006 Rover Streetwise reliable?

Based on MOT data from 141 vehicles, the 2006 Rover Streetwise has a first-time MOT pass rate of 73.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Rover Streetwise?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Rover Streetwise are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (76.4% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (67.9% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (37.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2006 Rover Streetwise?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Rover Streetwise (2006)

141 real MOT outcomes analysed • 73.7% first-time pass rate

2006 Rover Streetwise

CarHunch analysed 141 real MOT records for the 2006 Rover Streetwise. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2006 Rover Streetwise is a below-average performer: its 73.7% first-time pass rate trails the UK average of 80% by a meaningful margin, and over a quarter of these cars (26.2%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point in their MOT history—a significant concern for a buyer. This combination suggests structural or safety-system weaknesses that go beyond typical wear-and-tear issues.

At nearly 56,000 miles on average, these Streetwises show relatively low mileage for their age, yet they're still racking up 3.9 failures and 14.4 advisories per test, pointing to poor durability and maintenance history rather than high use. Before buying one, budget for repair costs and request a full MOT history print-out to check specifically for dangerous defects—particularly suspension, braking, and emissions systems—since nearly one in four have already failed on those fronts.

We have limited data for the 2006 Rover Streetwise — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

73.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

26.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.91

Over 13.9 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

50k

Middle half: 40k–71k

For context

These stats describe 141 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 141 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 76.4%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 36.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake lever has little reserve travel

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 27.6%

Oil leak

Suspension & steering 20%

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play · Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Lighting 19.9%

Offside Stop lamp not working · Nearside Stop lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Wipers & washers 19.7%

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Exhaust & emissions 18.7%

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases · Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Rover Streetwise

Based on MOT data from 141 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 26.2% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (80%)	113	73.1%	4.01

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Rover Streetwise vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

49,693

typical

39,559

low mileage

70,533

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Rover Streetwise vehicles fall between 39,559 and 70,533 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 39,559 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 39,559–70,533 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Rover Streetwises sit.

⚠ Over 95,219 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Rover Streetwise — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 9% of 2006 Rover Streetwises are still active.

Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (9% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

13.9

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.91

Avg failures per vehicle

14.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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