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BJ53 OLM

2003 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

110,452 mi
Last recorded110,452 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 OLM
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2015 110,452 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

slight cracking to reartyres

some rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 17 Dec 2015 110,452 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

slight cracking to reartyres

some rear seats removed at time of test

Fail 8 Dec 2015 110,275 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Nearside Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion bumper (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users window trim (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides. (1.4.A.2f)

both front tyres completely bald on both edges and on legal limit.

both rear suspension arm covers fouling on rear wheels.

both rear tyres perished and cracking.

Pass 9 Dec 2014 104,289 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

both headlights deteriorating starting to effect the pattern output

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

offside rear tyre has cut in the tread but not down to the cords

Pass 25 Nov 2013 92,906 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front headlamps deteriorating

rear tyres perishing

Pass 5 Dec 2012 84,774 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Dec 2011 77,207 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front wiper slightly smearing

Pass 6 Dec 2010 72,181 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Dec 2009 67,448 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 67,426 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 60,303 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 51,794 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 35,268 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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BJ53 OLM is a 2003 Renault Espace in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BJ53 OLM, 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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BJ53 OLM is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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