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RF03 VKR

2003 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

130,541 mi
Last recorded130,541 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 VKR
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 130,541 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 124,139 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2012 124,111 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2011 123,364 miles

Oil leak

Fail 20 Apr 2011 123,364 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)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Mar 2010 117,787 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 109,853 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 100,466 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 100,466 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 92,791 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 79,092 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2005 27,045 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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RF03 VKR is a 2003 Renault Espace in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 RF03 VKR, 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 RF03 VKR registered?

RF03 VKR is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 July 2003.

Is RF03 VKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 VKR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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