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RN03 VYC

2003 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,754 mi
Last recorded78,754 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN03 VYC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2012 78,754 miles

airbag light on

all exhaust system rusty

front and rear discs and pads look poor

n/s/f door lock surround missing

n/s/f tyre on 2mm o/s/f and o/s/r on 3mm and all 3 wearing edges and cracked

rear wiper u/s

Fail 11 Sep 2012 78,754 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

airbag light on

all exhaust system rusty

front and rear discs and pads look poor

n/s/f door lock surround missing

n/s/f tyre on 2mm o/s/f and o/s/r on 3mm and all 3 wearing edges and cracked

rear wiper u/s

Pass 15 Apr 2011 71,508 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 64,784 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 22 Apr 2010 64,784 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2009 55,793 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 49,364 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 41,917 miles

o/s/r tyre 1.6mm outer tread edge

Fail 13 Apr 2007 41,917 miles

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

Fail 11 Apr 2007 41,908 miles

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

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

o/s/r tyre 1.6mm outer tread

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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RN03 VYC is a 2003 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RN03 VYC, 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

How do I check the history of RN03 VYC?

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What year was RN03 VYC registered?

RN03 VYC is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is RN03 VYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RN03 VYC shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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