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HK03 VTJ

2003 Renault Grand Espace

Blue Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,391 mi
Last recorded71,391 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Grand Espace70,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK03 VTJ
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2013 71,391 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 70,377 miles

excessive play to nearside steering rack arm ball joint

lower engine mount split

offside front tyre worn close to legal limit inner tred

slight play to nearside track rod end

Pass 21 Apr 2011 67,574 miles

N/S/R seatbelt buckle outer casing damaged but still working

engine oil level low

Pass 19 May 2010 64,501 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 64,501 miles

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

Offside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

front brake dics worn below wear limit

rear brake discs worn to wear limit

Pass 9 Jun 2009 534,193 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 51,876 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 41,206 miles

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

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

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

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)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 29,167 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 29,166 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Espace?

Based on 167,170 MOT tests across 12,195 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
7,518
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,269
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,240
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,803
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,497
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HK03 VTJ is a 2003 Renault Grand Espace in Blue with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 70,794 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Grand Espace fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 9,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HK03 VTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HK03 VTJ registered?

HK03 VTJ is a 2003 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 20 May 2003.

Is HK03 VTJ safe to buy?

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