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LV53 OCF

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

104,860 mi
Last recorded104,860 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 OCF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 104,860 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes beside abs pump (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 19 Apr 2018 104,859 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured broken in half (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/60/16 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of hose (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded pipes beside abs pump (3.6.B.2c)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Apr 2017 102,355 miles

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 17 Apr 2017 102,355 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded beside ABS pump (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 18 Apr 2016 100,128 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

oil leak

Pass 20 Apr 2015 97,166 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 97,165 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 94,372 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 1 May 2013 86,839 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 86,838 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 81,197 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 76,958 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

oil leak around engine

Fail 24 Mar 2011 76,936 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

oil leak around engine

Pass 23 Mar 2010 66,080 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 59,030 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 51,334 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 51,334 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 41,028 miles

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)

front and rear registration plate letters and figures incorrectly spaced but still legible

no rearmost seats fttted at the time of the test

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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LV53 OCF is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LV53 OCF, 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 LV53 OCF registered?

LV53 OCF is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 October 2003.

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