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GF53 MEV

2003 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

119,364 mi
Last recorded119,364 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 MEV
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 119,364 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Sep 2017 119,364 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 29 Jul 2016 111,803 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 104,703 miles

Offside rear passenger seat not fitted at time of test

Fail 10 Aug 2015 104,691 miles

Electronic stability system switch faulty (3.4.5)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside rear passenger seat not fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Aug 2014 99,589 miles

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

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2014 99,564 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2013 92,599 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 92,599 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 84,390 miles

Nearside Outer 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)

TWO NEW REAR TYRES ADVISED + FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK

Fail 9 Aug 2012 84,377 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Outer 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)

TWO NEW REAR TYRES ADVISED + FOUR WHEEL ALIGNMENT CHECK

Pass 22 Aug 2011 76,994 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2010 69,599 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 60,339 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2008 50,988 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 50,979 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 41,400 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2007 41,205 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 28,686 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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GF53 MEV is a 2003 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 GF53 MEV, 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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GF53 MEV is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 3 October 2003.

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