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HX02 WLU

2002 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

162,681 mi
Last recorded162,681 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX02 WLU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2017 162,681 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 155,441 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

offside front fog light broke

Pass 18 Mar 2015 150,372 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Fail 13 Mar 2015 150,372 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 5 Mar 2014 145,527 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 142,725 miles

Oil leak

both rear indicators starting to show white light

engine lower stabilizer bush perished

n/s/f tyre's outer edge wear

rear discs heavily corroding

rear pads getting low

slight play in o/s/f inner tracking arm ball joint.

spark plug coil pack loose.(bolt sheared off)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 142,575 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

lower engine stabilizer bush perished

rear discs heavily corroding

rear pads getting low

spark plug coil lead loose. (bolt sheard off)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 135,346 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

lower torque resistor deteroirated .( worn)

slight corrosion to o/s/r metal brake pipe

Fail 5 Jul 2012 135,296 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

lower torque resistor deteroirated .( worn)

slight corrosion to o/s/r metal brake pipe

Pass 12 Jul 2011 120,256 miles

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 11 Jul 2011 120,162 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 105,923 miles

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

advise full brake check due to condition of front and rear braking systems

front wipers split and clearing poorly, advise replacement

n/s/f tyre worn on outer areas of tread, advise replacement and rectification of steering system and alignment

pully bearing noise present during emissions test, advise further investigation

Fail 9 Jul 2010 105,923 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

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

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

advise full brake check due to condition of front and rear braking systems

front wipers split and clearing poorly, advise replacement

n/s/f tyre worn on outer areas of tread, advise replacement and rectification of steering system and alignment

pully bearing noise present during emissions test, advise further investigation

Pass 26 Jun 2009 91,129 miles

1 part of high level brake light not working

Pass 18 Jun 2008 80,874 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 80,874 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 80,874 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 70,252 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 70,252 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2006 54,606 miles

Imbalance on front brakes of 23% which on ly just meets the M.O.T standard. Vehicle presenter is advised to get the front brakes inspected.

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

oil leak

Fail 3 Feb 2006 54,558 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

There is a 24% imbalance on the front service brake which only just meets the M.O.T test requirement. The vehicle presenter is advised to get the front brakes inspected.

oil leak

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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HX02 WLU is a 2002 Renault Espace in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 HX02 WLU, 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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HX02 WLU is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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