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RF53 VHY

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

129,155 mi
Last recorded129,155 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 VHY
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2014 129,155 miles

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

Offside Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Mar 2014 129,154 miles

Centre Rear engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Speedometer clearly inoperative (6.7.2)

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

Offside Front Upper engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 May 2012 121,300 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 114,004 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 104,924 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2009 104,889 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 29 Aug 2008 100,484 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 94,869 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 83,314 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 83,314 miles

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

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)

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

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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RF53 VHY is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 RF53 VHY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF53 VHY registered?

RF53 VHY is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is RF53 VHY safe to buy?

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