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RV05 LOD

2005 Renault Grand Espace

Grey Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

85,854 mi
Last recorded85,854 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Renault Grand Espace75,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV05 LOD
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2015 85,854 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jan 2015 85,854 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2014 76,399 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

headlight level switch not connect to nearside front suspension, headlight beam in correct position at time of test

Pass 10 Jan 2014 76,399 miles

headlight level switch not connect to nearside front suspension, headlight beam in correct position at time of test

Pass 11 Jan 2013 69,995 miles

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 69,982 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2012 59,876 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 50,662 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 41,724 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 8 Jan 2010 41,724 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 31,361 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 25,769 miles

centre brake light not working.

rear brake pads worn.

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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RV05 LOD is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace in Grey with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 75,265 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 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 RV05 LOD, 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 21 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV05 LOD registered?

RV05 LOD is a 2005 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is RV05 LOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV05 LOD 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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