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AJ02 BUF

2002 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

108,502 mi
Last recorded108,502 miles
Recorded on9 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ02 BUF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2012 108,502 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 12 May 2011 103,930 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 103,930 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 May 2010 98,621 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 98,621 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 May 2009 96,438 miles

advise front pads and discs worn

advise n.s.f tyre scrubbing

advise slight play in rack

Fail 6 May 2009 96,435 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise front pads and discs worn

advise n.s.f tyre scrubbing

advise slight play in rack

Pass 7 May 2008 81,299 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2008 81,282 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 71,163 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 71,162 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2006 60,038 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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AJ02 BUF is a 2002 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2002 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 76,936 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 AJ02 BUF, 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 24 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AJ02 BUF registered?

AJ02 BUF is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is AJ02 BUF safe to buy?

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