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GJ51 KUN

2001 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

78,695 mi
Last recorded78,695 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Espace84,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 KUN
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2014 78,695 miles

Large nail in o/s/r tyre

all shock-abs, weak-soft

both rear indicators pale

n/s/f seatbelt cover missing

play in front engine mounts/subframe/suspension. (Knock). Requires futher investigation

slight play in drum sticks?

Fail 28 Apr 2014 78,695 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all shock-abs, weak-soft

both rear indicators pale

n/s/f seatbelt cover missing

play in front engine mounts/subframe/suspension. (Knock). Requires futher investigation

slight play in drum sticks?

Pass 10 May 2013 74,150 miles

minor exhaust blow from front section

n/s/f outer cv gaitor rear clip broken but still preventing the ingress of dirt

slight damage to n/s/r outer sill panel

slight play in n/s and o/s of steering rack

Pass 1 May 2012 69,131 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

radiator is deteriating & has possible trace of leakage

rear tyres are perishing & starting to wear unevenly

Fail 1 May 2012 69,131 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

radiator is deteriating & has possible trace of leakage

rear tyres are perishing & starting to wear unevenly

Pass 5 May 2011 64,840 miles

slight play in both rack end sockets

Pass 24 Feb 2010 59,939 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 59,916 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 51,826 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 51,806 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 40,751 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering column flexible coupling has slight play (2.1.5)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 40,751 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

slight play in steering rack

Fail 19 Jul 2007 40,750 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Nearside brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/r o/s/r discs and pads worn

o/s/r light bad earth

Pass 6 Nov 2006 35,741 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 35,740 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 29 Jul 2005 24,594 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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GJ51 KUN is a 2001 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2001 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 84,624 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 GJ51 KUN, 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 25 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GJ51 KUN is a 2001 Renault Espace, first registered on 4 September 2001.

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