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EX05 SLV

2005 Renault Grand Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

108,025 mi
Last recorded108,025 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Grand Espace75,265 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 SLV
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2016 108,025 miles

Slight movement in near side and off side inner track rod ends.

Fail 8 Jun 2016 108,025 miles

Slight movement in near side and off side inner track rod ends.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 92,809 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2015 92,809 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 86,970 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Jul 2014 86,970 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 May 2013 81,778 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 81,746 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in both inner track rod joints

unable to access boot seats at time of test

Pass 15 Feb 2012 73,603 miles

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

both sides rear brake discs rusted on inner surfaces reducing braking area

Fail 15 Feb 2012 73,603 miles

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

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

both sides rear brake discs rusted on inner surfaces reducing braking area

Pass 1 Feb 2011 67,424 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 59,821 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 52,358 miles

electronic parking brake light on

Pass 21 Jan 2008 46,784 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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EX05 SLV is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 EX05 SLV, 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.

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What year was EX05 SLV registered?

EX05 SLV is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is EX05 SLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 SLV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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