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BF05 VPL

2005 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

135,735 mi
Last recorded135,735 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 VPL
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2016 135,735 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 126,389 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 126,386 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Apr 2014 116,306 miles

n/s rear tyre worn on outer edge

o/s rear panel/bumper damaged

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 103,382 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 89,897 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 77,066 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 66,881 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 54,148 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 44,239 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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BF05 VPL is a 2005 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 77,648 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 BF05 VPL, 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 21 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BF05 VPL registered?

BF05 VPL is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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