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AO53 OUJ

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2020
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

98,169 mi
Last recorded98,169 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO53 OUJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2019 98,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 96,748 miles

Central exhaust mount rubber gone.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Spare tyre defective heavily corroded. ()

fuel tank straps corroded.

Fail 8 Feb 2018 96,744 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Central exhaust mount rubber gone.

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Spare tyre defective heavily corroded. ()

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

fuel tank straps corroded.

Pass 8 Feb 2017 94,540 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 94,540 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016 92,855 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

no rear seats fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 90,254 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 86,789 miles

moisture within nearside headlamp

windscreen damaged within swept area

Fail 10 Feb 2014 86,789 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 78,094 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 78,094 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Oct 2010 67,165 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 67,165 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 62,284 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 62,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 54,263 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 43,383 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 42,049 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 42,049 miles

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

How Reliable is the Renault Espace?

Based on 469,246 MOT tests across 52,820 vehicles.

64.8%
Pass Rate
6,944
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
52,820
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29,077
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 19,838
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 19,467
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 13,870
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 13,628
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AO53 OUJ is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2003 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.2% with a typical mileage of 69,778 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 Renault Espace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,077 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO53 OUJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO53 OUJ is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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