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HV59 VWU

2009 Renault Grand Espace

Beige Diesel 2958cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

106,090 mi
Last recorded106,090 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Renault Grand Espace93,263 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 VWU
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2009
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,958cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 106,090 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Jun 2024 106,069 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 102,111 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 96,348 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2021 96,348 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Oct 2020 89,503 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 89,503 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 83,706 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 83,695 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 74,670 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 67,796 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Oct 2016 63,068 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2016 63,068 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2015 59,802 miles

Covers fitted on engine/under engine

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

Rear belts not tested child seats fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2014 56,944 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 52,519 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

child seats fitted in both rear seats but able to test adults belts time of test

Pass 8 Oct 2012 43,892 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)

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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HV59 VWU is a 2009 Renault Grand Espace in Beige with a 2,958cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2009 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 93,263 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HV59 VWU, 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 17 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV59 VWU registered?

HV59 VWU is a 2009 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 23 October 2009.

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