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DN04 VKE

2004 Renault Grand Espace

Red Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,099 mi
Last recorded108,099 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2015
Typical for 2004 Renault Grand Espace72,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN04 VKE
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2015 108,099 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Apr 2015 108,099 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 May 2014 99,981 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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

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

Fail 12 May 2014 99,981 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

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

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

Pass 10 May 2013 92,214 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 10 May 2013 92,214 miles

Both rear tyres worn on outer edges

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 May 2012 84,689 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 77,746 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 77,746 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 67,761 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 60,217 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 60,113 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 51,259 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 42,416 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 42,416 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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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DN04 VKE is a 2004 Renault Grand Espace in Red with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2004 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 72,044 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 DN04 VKE, 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 22 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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DN04 VKE is a 2004 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 17 May 2004.

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