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DU08 VZT

2008 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

170,249 mi
Last recorded170,249 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Espace88,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 VZT
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 170,249 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 170,222 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 150,483 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 132,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 117,272 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play sidetube (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 117,244 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play sidetube (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 5 Feb 2015 104,549 miles

Nearside Upper Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 93,238 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Feb 2013 76,819 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 58,388 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 58,388 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 43,464 miles

rear brake discs worn slightly

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

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

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

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

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

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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DU08 VZT is a 2008 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 88,044 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 DU08 VZT, 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 18 years old, this Renault Espace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DU08 VZT registered?

DU08 VZT is a 2008 Renault Espace, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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