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FG05 UFU

2005 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,937 mi
Last recorded90,937 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 UFU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2017 90,937 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has age cracks

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 30 May 2017 90,937 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear tyre has age cracks

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 3 Mar 2016 90,724 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 90,723 miles

Passenger's seat insecure Rear-most row,offside seat (6.2.A.1)

front brake application uneven offside slow to react (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven offside slow to react (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly offside slow to release (3.7.B.4)

Nearside Front Tyre is perished and cracking,but not yet showing cords

Vehicle emits smoke ,not YET to excess

Pass 28 May 2013 88,273 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 May 2012 79,564 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 May 2012 79,560 miles

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

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 May 2011 69,738 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 19 May 2010 59,884 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 51,814 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 51,812 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 45,576 miles

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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FG05 UFU is a 2005 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 77,648 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 FG05 UFU, 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 21 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG05 UFU registered?

FG05 UFU is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is FG05 UFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG05 UFU shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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