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RA51 WVU

2001 Renault Espace

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

126,706 mi
Last recorded126,706 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Espace84,624 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA51 WVU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2011 126,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front innewr track rods have slight play

Pass 12 Jul 2011 126,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both front innewr track rods have slight play

Pass 15 Jul 2010 121,654 miles

front tyres wearing close to limit

rear springs and shockers corroded

Fail 14 Jul 2009 119,419 miles

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

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

front brake discs in poor condtion

Pass 14 Jul 2009 119,419 miles

Seat belt pre-tensioner has been activated

front brake discs in poor condtion

Fail 5 Jun 2008 106,770 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 106,770 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2007 92,952 miles

o/s front brake drugging slightly

Fail 8 Jan 2007 92,865 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

water level low

Pass 13 Jan 2006 82,337 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 82,334 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RA51 WVU is a 2001 Renault Espace in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2001 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 84,624 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 RA51 WVU, 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 25 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RA51 WVU?

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What year was RA51 WVU registered?

RA51 WVU is a 2001 Renault Espace, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is RA51 WVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA51 WVU shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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