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RF52 HWS

2002 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2018
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

78,868 mi
Last recorded78,868 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 HWS
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2017 78,868 miles

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

both rear tyres worn

oil leak

parking brake effort low

Fail 6 Apr 2017 78,868 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Central Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

both rear tyres worn

oil leak

parking brake effort low

Pass 18 Apr 2016 68,920 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres worn

oil leak

parking brake effort low

play in steering rack/inner joints

Pass 18 Apr 2015 61,998 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside rear tyre worn

possiable air bag light fault

Pass 25 Apr 2014 52,644 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Apr 2014 52,644 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Apr 2013 44,246 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 44,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 41,404 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 37,859 miles

NSF tyre worn outer shoulder

OSF tyre worn inner shoulder

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering seepage N/S part.

Slight play on the steering system (BOTH SIDES OSF,NSF)

Fail 11 Apr 2011 37,853 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

NSF tyre worn outer shoulder

OSF tyre worn inner shoulder

Power steering seepage N/S part.

Slight play on the steering system (BOTH SIDES OSF,NSF)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 34,177 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 34,177 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 30,420 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 30,420 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

offside rear tyre cracks in side wall

Pass 21 Apr 2008 26,543 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 26,543 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 May 2007 23,451 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 23,451 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

offside rear tyre start to crack

pas fluid level low

Pass 29 Apr 2006 19,473 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 19,473 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)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

a nail in nearside rear tyre

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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RF52 HWS is a 2002 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,188cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 RF52 HWS, 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 RF52 HWS registered?

RF52 HWS is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 21 November 2002.

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