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BV53 LLX

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,554 mi
Last recorded27,554 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 LLX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2013 27,554 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 27,554 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 21,831 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Noted, Slight play both rack ends.

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 14 Mar 2012 21,831 miles

Noted, Slight play both rack ends.

Offside rear tyre worn on outer edge.

Pass 11 Mar 2011 13,029 miles

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

Fail 10 Mar 2011 13,029 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 394 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2010 322 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2009 54,878 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 27 Feb 2009 54,878 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 26 Feb 2008 41,178 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 41,178 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2007 30,701 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2007 30,701 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)

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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BV53 LLX is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BV53 LLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV53 LLX registered?

BV53 LLX is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is BV53 LLX safe to buy?

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