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GV55 AKJ

2005 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,535 mi
Last recorded104,535 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 AKJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2016 104,535 miles

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

engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

o/s/r lamp lens broken, but not showing white light

Pass 21 Dec 2015 94,794 miles

gearbox mount worn

oil leak

Fail 14 Dec 2015 94,793 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

gearbox mount worn

oil leak

Pass 23 Dec 2014 84,828 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 75,193 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F anti roll bar attachement bracket has been moved and antiroll bar is touching N/S/F support leg

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2013 75,193 miles

Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/F anti roll bar attachement bracket has been moved and antiroll bar is touching N/S/F support leg

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Sep 2012 61,050 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R tyre wearing unevenly

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 49,968 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2011 49,968 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 41,031 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f anti roll bar fouling engine mount

Pass 3 Sep 2009 33,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front tyres worn on edges

Rear tyres low

Pass 26 Aug 2008 22,059 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GV55 AKJ is a 2005 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 GV55 AKJ, 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.

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What year was GV55 AKJ registered?

GV55 AKJ is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 9 September 2005.

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