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GU02 UPR

2002 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

77,511 mi
Last recorded77,511 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU02 UPR
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2017 77,511 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Mar 2016 73,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre wearing outer edge perishing (4.1.E.1)

slight play inner steering rack ends

Pass 12 Mar 2015 72,103 miles

slight play in offside inner steering rack end

Pass 4 Mar 2014 67,919 miles

exhaust system becoming corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,389 miles

exhaust becoming corroded

minor exhaust leaks

Fail 19 Mar 2013 63,387 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

exhaust becoming corroded

minor exhaust leaks

Pass 15 Mar 2012 58,725 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre becoming worn at edges

slight play in o/s steering arm

Fail 15 Mar 2012 58,722 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s/r tyre becoming worn at edges

slight play in o/s steering arm

Pass 15 Mar 2011 54,355 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake hose ferrels corroded

rear coil springs corroded

slight play boh side of sterring rack

various minor damage to windscreen

Fail 15 Mar 2011 54,353 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

front brake hose ferrels corroded

rear coil springs corroded

slight play boh side of sterring rack

various minor damage to windscreen

Pass 12 Mar 2010 49,714 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 49,714 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both rear brake disc/s are corroded

Pass 23 Mar 2009 43,633 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

under tray cover fitted to vehicle

Fail 23 Mar 2009 43,633 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

under tray cover fitted to vehicle

Pass 18 Mar 2008 38,700 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 38,700 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2007 34,193 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2007 34,193 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 29,775 miles

ADVISE REAR BRAKE CHECK DUE TO REAR BRAKE PADS WORN LOW/

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

Fail 29 Mar 2006 29,775 miles

ADVISE REAR BRAKE CHECK DUE TO REAR BRAKE PADS WORN LOW/

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

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

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

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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GU02 UPR is a 2002 Renault Espace in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2002 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 76,936 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 GU02 UPR, 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 24 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GU02 UPR registered?

GU02 UPR is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 20 March 2002.

Is GU02 UPR safe to buy?

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