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DN12 FVJ

2012 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

75,989 mi
Last recorded75,989 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Renault Espace85,290 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN12 FVJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 75,989 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 71,381 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively ON LIMIT (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all front suspension components heavily corroded(on limit)

Fail 11 Apr 2025 71,381 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively ON LIMIT (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all front suspension components heavily corroded(on limit)

Pass 25 Apr 2024 71,380 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on limit (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively on limit (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

all suspension components rusty and corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2023 71,378 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 71,378 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 71,351 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 71,324 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 69,912 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 65,135 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 57,005 miles

very slight inner shoulder wear on n/s/f tyre

Fail 8 May 2017 57,005 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

very slight inner shoulder wear on n/s/f tyre

Pass 13 May 2016 48,579 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 37,072 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 37,071 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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DN12 FVJ is a 2012 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 85,290 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 DN12 FVJ, 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 14 years old, this Renault Espace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DN12 FVJ registered?

DN12 FVJ is a 2012 Renault Espace, first registered on 30 April 2012.

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