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MJ52 VBP

2002 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,320 mi
Last recorded1,320 miles
Recorded on24 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 VBP
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 May 2016 1,320 miles

n/side front tyre low tread outer edge and centre

Fail 18 May 2016 1,319 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

brake fluid low

n/side front tyre low tread outer edge and centre

Pass 2 Jul 2014 96,770 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 80,170 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

underside covered in diesel

Fail 22 Jun 2013 80,168 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

underside covered in diesel

Pass 20 Jun 2012 64,660 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 64,011 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion on rear dicsc

Fail 10 Aug 2010 62,704 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 62,704 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 60,336 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Aug 2009 60,336 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 55,315 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play in both rack ends

unable to open tailgate

Pass 8 Oct 2007 31,317 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,249 miles

slight end float n/s o/s rack pinion new speedo fitted mileage was 44399 now 31249

Pass 21 Dec 2006 26,509 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2005 44,399 miles

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

play in steering rack

tyres worn

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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MJ52 VBP is a 2002 Renault Espace in Silver with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 MJ52 VBP, 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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MJ52 VBP is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 29 November 2002.

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