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FG53 CZU

2003 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

137,841 mi
Last recorded137,841 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 CZU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 137,841 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 134,574 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 122,068 miles

under trays fitted

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

engine cover fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2015 104,175 miles

Nearside Front inner steering arm joint has slight play

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

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

engine cover fitted

Fail 28 Aug 2015 104,173 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front inner steering arm joint has slight play

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

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

engine cover fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2014 85,030 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 29 Aug 2014 85,023 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 73,449 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Aug 2012 48,313 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 29,100 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2011 29,100 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 28,593 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 25,390 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 22,943 miles

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

slight play in nearside steering rack

Pass 6 Nov 2007 20,554 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 20,554 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2006 16,509 miles

ONE REAR SEAT NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST.(O/S/R)

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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FG53 CZU is a 2003 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FG53 CZU, 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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FG53 CZU is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 11 November 2003.

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