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RL51 BNJ

2001 Renault Espace

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

134,008 mi
Last recorded134,008 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2010
Typical for 2001 Renault Espace84,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL51 BNJ
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2010 134,008 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Fail 17 Aug 2010 134,008 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Oil leak

Fail 1 Aug 2009 123,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 123,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 112,614 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Aug 2008 112,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 99,613 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front offside tyre has worn edges

Fail 24 Aug 2007 99,613 miles

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

Front offside tyre has worn edges

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 84,454 miles

rear brake discs corrodded

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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RL51 BNJ is a 2001 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2001 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 84,624 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 RL51 BNJ, 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 25 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RL51 BNJ registered?

RL51 BNJ is a 2001 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is RL51 BNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL51 BNJ shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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