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DX08 NCV

2008 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2020
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

185,527 mi
Last recorded185,527 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Renault Espace88,044 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 NCV
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2019 185,527 miles

Front Wipers slightly smear

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2019 185,527 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wipers slightly smear

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2019 185,476 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

dip stick broken

Pass 7 Mar 2018 180,031 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Mar 2018 179,996 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 161,133 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 2 Mar 2016 138,721 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

slight play in steering rack

Fail 26 Feb 2016 138,003 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin will require discs (3.5.1g)

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

slight play in steering rack

Pass 20 Feb 2015 112,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in steering rack

Fail 20 Feb 2015 112,690 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight play in steering rack

Pass 7 Mar 2014 90,784 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside rear tyre deteriorating

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Apr 2012 55,199 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 39,963 miles

front brake discs worn and lipped

rear brake discs worn and lipped

rear seats not fitted at time of test.unable to carry out full inspection of seat belts.

Fail 7 Apr 2011 39,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

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

front brake discs worn and lipped

rear brake discs worn and lipped

rear seats not fitted at time of test.unable to carry out full inspection of seat belts.

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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DX08 NCV is a 2008 Renault Espace in Black with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX08 NCV, 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.

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What year was DX08 NCV registered?

DX08 NCV is a 2008 Renault Espace, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is DX08 NCV safe to buy?

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