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RE05 VRX

2005 Renault Grand Espace

Green Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,671 mi
Last recorded94,671 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Renault Grand Espace75,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 VRX
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 94,671 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)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 81,537 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 72,476 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 64,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp washers appear to not be working.

Fail 9 Feb 2012 54,762 miles

Headlamp levelling system requires testing

Headlamp washers appear be inoperative

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play inside OS steering rack boot

Slight play inside NS steering rack boot

Pass 9 Feb 2012 54,762 miles

Headlamp levelling system requires testing

Headlamp washers appear be inoperative

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Play inside OS steering rack boot

Slight play inside NS steering rack boot

Pass 18 Feb 2011 45,687 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 35,886 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 30,379 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 30,379 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 22,257 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2008 22,257 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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RE05 VRX is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace in Green with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 75,265 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 RE05 VRX, 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 21 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RE05 VRX?

You can check the full history of RE05 VRX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was RE05 VRX registered?

RE05 VRX is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is RE05 VRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE05 VRX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RE05 VRX have outstanding finance?

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