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BV53 LCU

2003 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

90,404 mi
Last recorded90,404 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV53 LCU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2016 90,404 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 72,208 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

rear most seats not installed

slight bind to n/s/r brake

Fail 27 Nov 2014 72,208 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

rear most seats not installed

slight bind to n/s/r brake

Pass 13 Dec 2013 56,665 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2012 53,653 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wheel rim slightly damaged

Fail 24 Oct 2012 53,653 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s/f wheel rim slightly damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2011 50,787 miles

BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS SHOWING CORROSION AT LOWER SECTIONS / SAT IN RECESS OF SUSPENSION ARMS

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO OUTER EDGE TYRE ON 3.5 / 3 / 2 mm ADVISE TO REPLACE A.S.A.P. 225 / 60 / 16 V

OFFSIDE FRONT ROAD WHEEL (STEEL) INNER RIM EDGE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

TYRES WEARING ON EDGES 225 / 60 / 16 V

UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS SHOWING GENERAL CORROSION

Fail 31 Oct 2011 50,787 miles

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

ADVISE ON TRACKING CHECK / ADJUST DUE TO TYRE WEAR

BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS SHOWING CORROSION AT LOWER SECTIONS / SAT IN RECESS OF SUSPENSION ARMS

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE WORN TO OUTER EDGE TYRE ON 3.5 / 3 / 2 mm ADVISE TO REPLACE A.S.A.P. 225 / 60 / 16 V

OFFSIDE FRONT ROAD WHEEL (STEEL) INNER RIM EDGE SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

SLIGHT TWISTING ON NEARSIDE TRACK ROD END ADVISE TO REPLACE

TYRES WEARING ON EDGES 225 / 60 / 16 V

UNDERSIDE / COMPONANTS SHOWING GENERAL CORROSION

Pass 27 Oct 2010 47,406 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2010 47,406 miles

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

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 switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 43,766 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 43,709 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 39,247 miles

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

Fail 22 Sep 2008 39,247 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Oct 2007 33,734 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 28,070 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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BV53 LCU is a 2003 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BV53 LCU, 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 BV53 LCU registered?

BV53 LCU is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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