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RV51 FHG

2001 Renault Espace

Red Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

145,134 mi
Last recorded145,134 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Renault Espace84,624 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 FHG
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2019 145,134 miles

Nearside front drop link dust cover deteriorating

Unable to see front pads clearly

Pass 27 Jul 2018 138,316 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 132,674 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

rear exhaust deterioating

slight play rackends

Pass 29 Jul 2016 125,543 miles

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

Oil leak ()

signs of previous coolant leak

Pass 29 Jul 2015 121,995 miles

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

small splits wiper blade

vague pattern nearside headlight

washers require attention

Pass 31 Jul 2014 118,747 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight under body corrsion

small stone chips to windshield

Fail 30 Jul 2014 118,718 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight under body corrsion

small stone chips to windshield

Pass 31 Jul 2013 114,106 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

centre brakelight 2 bulbs not working

heavy corrosion rear exhaust box

rear brake pads are low

wiper blades deteriating

Fail 31 Jul 2013 114,106 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

centre brakelight 2 bulbs not working

driveshaft grease around offside front hub and wheel

heavy corrosion rear exhaust box

rear brake pads are low

wiper blades deteriating

Pass 30 Jul 2012 110,626 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 104,109 miles

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2010 103,097 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 100,934 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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RV51 FHG is a 2001 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 RV51 FHG, 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 RV51 FHG registered?

RV51 FHG is a 2001 Renault Espace, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is RV51 FHG safe to buy?

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