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WJ53 PJV

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

113,254 mi
Last recorded113,254 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ53 PJV
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Feb 2015 113,254 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 111,079 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 20 Feb 2013 107,421 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 17 Feb 2012 100,155 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 100,152 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)

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 94,568 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 94,566 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 89,629 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2009 85,900 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 81,516 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2008 81,406 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Advise childs seat fitted to rear seats not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt

Advise engine lite on

Advise rear discs scored

Advise underhseild fitted to vehicle

Pass 15 Feb 2007 78,470 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 75,469 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 30 Aug 2006 67,766 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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WJ53 PJV is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 WJ53 PJV, 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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WJ53 PJV is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 2 September 2003.

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