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LW03 OCB

2003 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

155,728 mi
Last recorded155,728 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW03 OCB
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2016 155,728 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 143,536 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 134,386 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Jul 2013 127,238 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 127,238 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2012 121,929 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2011 113,981 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 104,380 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 93,028 miles

Offside and nearside front tyres scubbed on outer edge

Pass 8 Jul 2008 82,906 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 74,020 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2007 74,020 miles

Offside Outer Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 56,250 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 56,238 miles

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

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

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

(225/60R16) Needs alignment,also N/S/F steering rack has slight play.

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

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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LW03 OCB is a 2003 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 LW03 OCB, 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 LW03 OCB registered?

LW03 OCB is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is LW03 OCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW03 OCB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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