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BT53 BHJ

2003 Renault Espace

Beige Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,164 mi
Last recorded97,164 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 BHJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 97,164 miles

Oil leak

front wipers smeary

Fail 10 Jan 2014 91,615 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2014 91,615 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 82,901 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 31 Jan 2012 76,743 miles

brake fluid low

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

nearside rear tyre worn outer edge

slight play steering rack

Pass 1 Feb 2011 69,658 miles

rear exhaust mount perished

rear pads low

Pass 1 Feb 2010 61,972 miles

rear pads low

slight bulge offside front tyre

slight play offside front rack joint

Fail 1 Feb 2010 619,772 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear pads low

slight bulge offside front tyre

slight play offside front rack joint

Pass 30 Jan 2009 53,153 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 53,153 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Feb 2008 41,838 miles

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

child seats fitted in both rear row seats, therfore unable to check adult seat belts correctly

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

slight play in both steering rack ends

Pass 6 Jan 2007 27,010 miles

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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BT53 BHJ is a 2003 Renault Espace in Beige with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT53 BHJ, 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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What year was BT53 BHJ registered?

BT53 BHJ is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is BT53 BHJ safe to buy?

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