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HN53 LWU

2003 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,268 mi
Last recorded98,268 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 LWU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 98,268 miles

Both nearside wheel trims missing

Nearside outer sill damaged

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Towing plug faulty

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Feb 2013 98,266 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Both nearside wheel trims missing

Nearside outer sill damaged

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Towing plug faulty

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 89,835 miles

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

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

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

Nearside front wheel trim missing

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

Fail 7 Mar 2012 89,835 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside front wheel trim missing

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 76,465 miles

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

Offside front wheel trim missing

Pass 16 Mar 2010 69,864 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 69,864 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)

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 54,701 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 42,952 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 37,620 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 42,408 miles

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

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

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

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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HN53 LWU is a 2003 Renault Espace in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HN53 LWU, 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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What year was HN53 LWU registered?

HN53 LWU is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is HN53 LWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HN53 LWU shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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