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SM55 XXA

2005 Renault Espace

Black Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

133,032 mi
Last recorded133,032 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM55 XXA
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 133,032 miles

Nearside Rear brake pipe greased not allowing for full inspection

Offside Rear brake pipe greased notallowing full inspection

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively front brakes slight fluctuation (3.7.B.3)

Fail 24 Nov 2017 132,960 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 123,484 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 29 Nov 2016 123,484 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Nov 2015 106,343 miles

child seat's fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt's

Pass 21 Nov 2014 91,531 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Nov 2013 83,412 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Nov 2013 83,412 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2012 68,641 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 54,964 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 43,545 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 43,462 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 31,542 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 31,542 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,865 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 25,865 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SM55 XXA is a 2005 Renault Espace in Black with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.4% with a typical mileage of 77,648 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 SM55 XXA, 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 21 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM55 XXA registered?

SM55 XXA is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 October 2005.

Is SM55 XXA safe to buy?

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