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WK53 VUW

2003 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

118,411 mi
Last recorded118,411 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK53 VUW
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2014 118,411 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 113,620 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 111,615 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Aug 2011 100,524 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 100,523 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 7 Sep 2010 95,306 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2010 95,306 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Aug 2009 89,263 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both rear tyres worn outer edge

Pass 19 Sep 2008 83,480 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 72,535 miles

Nearside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 56,247 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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WK53 VUW is a 2003 Renault Espace in Black with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 WK53 VUW, 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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WK53 VUW is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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