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RV52 LJO

2002 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2016
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

131,137 mi
Last recorded131,137 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Renault Espace76,936 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 LJO
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2015 131,137 miles

child seat fitted

front tyres close to limits & worn on edges

slight play in rack

Fail 26 Jan 2015 131,135 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seat fitted

front tyres close to limits & worn on edges

slight play in rack

Pass 22 Jan 2014 122,437 miles

cgild seat n/s/r

oil leaks

slight exhaust leaks

slight play in rack

Pass 16 Jan 2013 113,523 miles

n/s/f tyre on limits

rear rear seats missing

slight play in rack

Fail 15 Jan 2013 113,521 miles

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

n/s/f tyre on limits

rear rear seats missing

slight play in rack

Pass 14 Jan 2012 106,970 miles

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

front directional indicators slightly discoloured

rear brake pads wearing thin

Fail 13 Jan 2012 106,967 miles

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

front directional indicators slightly discoloured

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 13 Jan 2011 101,279 miles

slight play in rack

Fail 12 Jan 2011 101,279 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn

slight play in rack

Pass 18 Jan 2010 95,702 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

slight play in rack

Fail 18 Jan 2010 95,702 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

slight play in rack

Fail 5 Jan 2009 88,887 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear 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 disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Jan 2009 88,887 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear 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 disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 74,270 miles

Slight play in steering arm knuckles

Fail 7 Sep 2006 74,269 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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RV52 LJO is a 2002 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 RV52 LJO, 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 RV52 LJO registered?

RV52 LJO is a 2002 Renault Espace, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is RV52 LJO safe to buy?

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