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FV53 GYD

2003 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

103,925 mi
Last recorded103,925 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Renault Espace69,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 GYD
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2013 103,925 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jun 2012 88,524 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NS Inner rack end has play

Fail 14 Jun 2012 88,470 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

NS Inner rack end has play

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Jun 2011 75,636 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NSF Inner CV Boot split

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

Fail 6 Jun 2011 75,636 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

NSF Inner CV Boot split

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

Pass 10 Jun 2010 64,555 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 64,555 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 16 Feb 2009 53,117 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 53,117 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 49,451 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 49,451 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 May 2007 42,272 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 42,269 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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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FV53 GYD is a 2003 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 FV53 GYD, 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 FV53 GYD registered?

FV53 GYD is a 2003 Renault Espace, first registered on 24 November 2003.

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