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LY05 RGU

2005 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

148,892 mi
Last recorded148,892 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 RGU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2014 148,892 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

no rear seats at time of test

Fail 14 Nov 2014 148,892 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

no rear seats at time of test

Pass 18 Jul 2013 135,424 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 134,170 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 122,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Jun 2010 108,826 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 102,005 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 90,990 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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LY05 RGU is a 2005 Renault Espace in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LY05 RGU, 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 LY05 RGU registered?

LY05 RGU is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LY05 RGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 RGU shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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