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RE05 VSY

2005 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

114,503 mi
Last recorded114,503 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE05 VSY
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2018 114,503 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2018 114,503 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017 101,419 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on both (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Sep 2017 101,419 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge on both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2016 89,970 miles

Front Oil leak ()

Fail 19 Sep 2016 89,970 miles

Front Oil leak ()

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

Pass 24 Sep 2015 80,349 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres worn on outer edges ( offside ON LIMIT + nails

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak - both headlamps misty - heavy corrosion to rear brake disc inner faces

rear wiper blade split - fault / service light on - centre rear brake light unit damaged

Fail 23 Sep 2015 80,348 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm approx (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres worn on outer edges ( offside ON LIMIT + nails

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak - both headlamps misty - heavy corrosion to rear brake disc inner faces

rear wiper blade split - fault / service light on - centre rear brake light unit damaged

Pass 5 Sep 2014 72,811 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Sep 2014 72,784 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Sep 2013 67,890 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 67,890 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 63,364 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 58,094 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 52,300 miles

nsr & nsf tyres worn on edges & ns getting low

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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RE05 VSY is a 2005 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 RE05 VSY, 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 RE05 VSY registered?

RE05 VSY is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 14 April 2005.

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