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RJ53 BHN

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

100,814 mi
Last recorded100,814 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ53 BHN
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2019 100,814 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Fail 24 Apr 2019 100,814 miles

Direction indicator incorrect colour both front (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust system insecure centre (6.1.2 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both front ()

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 98,377 miles

Exhaust system support mountings deteriorated.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread worn smooth on the outer edge.

Fail 28 Mar 2018 98,295 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust system support mountings deteriorated.

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread worn smooth on the outer edge.

Pass 30 Mar 2017 94,336 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2017 94,336 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 89,653 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 85,368 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Mar 2014 80,371 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 80,371 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 77,230 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer edge of n/s/f tyre

Fail 3 Apr 2013 77,230 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer edge of n/s/f tyre

Pass 27 Mar 2012 65,386 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

epb light illuminated indicating a fault

Pass 4 Apr 2011 59,968 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 59,967 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 56,244 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 56,239 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Mar 2009 52,003 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2009 52,003 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 45,014 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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RJ53 BHN is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RJ53 BHN, 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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RJ53 BHN is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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