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BG53 VZE

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,711 mi
Last recorded78,711 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 VZE
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 78,711 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 74,704 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 4 Nov 2016 70,202 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Nov 2015 65,308 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 63,089 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 63,089 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 59,984 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 57,180 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2013 57,180 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 54,017 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2012 54,008 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 tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2011 51,038 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 47,722 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2009 43,527 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 38,609 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 33,671 miles

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

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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BG53 VZE is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 BG53 VZE, 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 BG53 VZE registered?

BG53 VZE is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is BG53 VZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 VZE shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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