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FG56 VJL

2006 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,408 mi
Last recorded101,408 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Renault Espace81,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG56 VJL
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2015 101,408 miles

Both rear tyres outer wall perishing

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 5 Jan 2015 101,406 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Both rear tyres outer wall perishing

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

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 96,501 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 87,056 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 86,087 miles

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

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both front discs lipped

Pass 8 Oct 2010 68,979 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 68,958 miles

middle brake light inop

Pass 7 Sep 2009 57,952 miles

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

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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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FG56 VJL is a 2006 Renault Espace in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 81,002 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 FG56 VJL, 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 20 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 FG56 VJL registered?

FG56 VJL is a 2006 Renault Espace, first registered on 23 October 2006.

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