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RF51 BWE

2001 Renault Grand Espace

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

120,420 mi
Last recorded120,420 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2011
Typical for 2001 Renault Grand Espace88,771 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF51 BWE
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2011 120,420 miles

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

Inner Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

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

both sil covers from seal rear

Pass 10 Jun 2010 115,317 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 107,606 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 107,606 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2008 100,832 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 93,089 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 83,762 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 83,762 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 74,806 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

advise on front number plate condition

advise on handbrake travel

strongly advise on condition of front brake disc/s recomend replacement

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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RF51 BWE is a 2001 Renault Grand Espace in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 88,771 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 RF51 BWE, 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 25 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RF51 BWE registered?

RF51 BWE is a 2001 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is RF51 BWE safe to buy?

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