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FG53 SKX

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,489 mi
Last recorded130,489 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 SKX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2016 130,489 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2015 120,529 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 81,310 miles

advise front and rear flexy brake hoses ferules rusty. both rear brake pipes signs of rusting.

Fail 30 Nov 2013 81,294 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

advise front and rear flexy brake hoses ferules rusty. both rear brake pipes signs of rusting.

Pass 27 Sep 2012 74,371 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 69,636 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 69,633 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2011 60,465 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 60,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 51,261 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2010 51,261 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 42,388 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 38,189 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 31,735 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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FG53 SKX 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 71.4%.

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 SKX, 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 FG53 SKX registered?

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

Is FG53 SKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG53 SKX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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