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RL02 VDV

2002 Renault Espace

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,264 mi
Last recorded120,264 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2013
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL02 VDV
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2013 120,264 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2013 120,262 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2012 111,646 miles

radiator crossmember corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2012 111,514 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

radiator crossmember corroded

Pass 1 Jul 2011 103,862 miles

front number plate marked

n/s/f tyre worn

rear coil springs rusty

Fail 29 Jun 2011 103,847 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front number plate marked

rear coil springs rusty

Pass 30 Jun 2010 97,211 miles

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

rear brake discs and front pads worn

travel on handbrake

Pass 2 Jul 2009 89,754 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 89,742 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2008 86,006 miles

rear brake pads worn

Pass 30 Jun 2007 80,792 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

front suspension bed rusty

o/s wiper worn

rear brake pads worn

Pass 1 Jun 2006 72,789 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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RL02 VDV is a 2002 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RL02 VDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL02 VDV registered?

RL02 VDV is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 30 July 2002.

Is RL02 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL02 VDV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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