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BG05 XGP

2005 Renault Grand Espace

Black Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,548 mi
Last recorded103,548 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Grand Espace75,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 XGP
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 103,548 miles

oil leak

Fail 1 Feb 2016 103,548 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a) DANGEROUS

oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2014 91,874 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 82,740 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 82,671 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

rear discs pitted

Oil leak

Pass 19 Sep 2012 74,666 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Fail 19 Sep 2012 74,664 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 10 Mar 2011 59,347 miles

nearside and Offside front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 12 May 2010 53,975 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 53,975 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2009 44,098 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

rear wiper split

Pass 19 Feb 2008 29,333 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Espace?

Based on 167,170 MOT tests across 12,195 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
7,518
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,269
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,240
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,803
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,497
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BG05 XGP is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace in Black with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 75,265 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 Grand Espace fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 9,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 XGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG05 XGP registered?

BG05 XGP is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 18 May 2005.

Is BG05 XGP safe to buy?

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