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BN53 ZXB

2003 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

95,594 mi
Last recorded95,594 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 ZXB
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2014 95,594 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 17 Sep 2012 89,119 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 82,254 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

engine bay covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

wheel trims fitted not allowing a full inspection

Fail 20 Sep 2011 82,212 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

engine bay covers fitted not allowing a full inspection

undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

wheel trims fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 22 Sep 2010 75,352 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2010 75,346 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 67,864 miles

O/S/F TYRE HAS SLIGHT DAMAGE TO INNER SIDE WALL

Oil leak

Fail 19 Sep 2009 67,857 miles

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

O/S/F TYRE HAS SLIGHT DAMAGE TO INNER SIDE WALL

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

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2008 58,440 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 49,948 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

engine and undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Sep 2006 35,897 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play on near side steering arm balljoint.

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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BN53 ZXB is a 2003 Renault Espace in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 BN53 ZXB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN53 ZXB registered?

BN53 ZXB is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is BN53 ZXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 ZXB shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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