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SP53 OYX

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

102,020 mi
Last recorded102,020 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 OYX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 102,020 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 91,198 miles

NO CURRENT ROADTAX DISPLAYED IN VEHICLE.

rear centre brakelight not working.

Fail 25 Sep 2012 91,195 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

NO CURRENT ROADTAX DISPLAYED IN VEHICLE.

rear centre brakelight not working.

Fail 19 Mar 2008 69,413 miles

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

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

Nearside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 69,413 miles

Nearside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

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

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Fail 10 Jan 2008 67,478 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)

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

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 May 2007 60,059 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2006 45,689 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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SP53 OYX is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 SP53 OYX, 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 SP53 OYX registered?

SP53 OYX is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is SP53 OYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 OYX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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