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FG55 UNP

2005 Renault Grand Espace

Red Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

107,005 mi
Last recorded107,005 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Grand Espace75,265 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 UNP
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2014 107,005 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 22 Dec 2014 107,005 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 80,846 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 74,816 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2012 74,816 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 63,045 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2010 54,847 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2010 54,847 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 46,609 miles

n/s handbrake not working as efficient as o/s passed mot

Fail 9 Dec 2009 46,609 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2008 37,759 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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FG55 UNP is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace in Red with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FG55 UNP, 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 FG55 UNP registered?

FG55 UNP is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is FG55 UNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG55 UNP shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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