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AP03 BPU

2003 Renault Espace

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

99,257 mi
Last recorded99,257 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP03 BPU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2015 99,257 miles

1>brake discs slightly worn2>surface rust under the vehicle on some componants

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

exahaust back box bracket slightly deteriorated

Fail 16 Jul 2015 99,256 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

1>brake discs slightly worn2>surface rust under the vehicle on some componants

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 93,290 miles

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

Rear tyres perishing

Fail 21 Jul 2014 93,288 miles

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

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

Rear tyres perishing

Pass 7 Dec 2012 92,802 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside and nearside headlamps are a different shape

offside and nearside rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 7 Dec 2012 92,802 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Coolant leak

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

offside and nearside headlamps are a different shape

offside and nearside rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 12 Sep 2011 84,744 miles

Headlamps are not identical

Pass 7 Mar 2011 81,898 miles

not a matching pair of headlamps

Fail 28 Feb 2011

Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

not a matching pair of headlamps

Pass 16 Mar 2010 75,749 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 11 May 2009 71,008 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 May 2009 71,008 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 67,417 miles

slight play offside and nearside inner steering rack joints

Pass 12 May 2008 66,534 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 54,490 miles

o/s n/s rack ends slight play

Pass 26 May 2006 37,453 miles

n/s rack end slight play

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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AP03 BPU is a 2003 Renault Espace in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AP03 BPU, 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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AP03 BPU is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 3 June 2003.

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