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RF02 OBT

2002 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,022 mi
Last recorded82,022 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 OBT
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2015 82,022 miles

offside front rack arm has play

rear indicator bulbs fading

Pass 3 Jan 2014 74,832 miles

offside rack end worn

Pass 4 Jan 2013 69,104 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 62,844 miles

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

light scratches to windscreen

Pass 27 Nov 2010 57,323 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 50,876 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 31,500 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2008 31,500 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 46,275 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 46,275 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2007 42,454 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 42,290 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 35,209 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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RF02 OBT is a 2002 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RF02 OBT, 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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What year was RF02 OBT registered?

RF02 OBT is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is RF02 OBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 OBT shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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