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VU05 BDY

2005 Renault Espace

Red Diesel 1870cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

116,477 mi
Last recorded116,477 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Renault Espace77,648 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 BDY
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,870cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2017 116,477 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 111,088 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 106,805 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 103,088 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 94,256 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 13 May 2013 93,901 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear tyre low on tread inner and outer edges tread not cut as deep

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 May 2012 83,927 miles

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

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

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

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

near side washer jet weak

Pass 25 May 2011 66,046 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 47,022 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 47,022 miles

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

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

Oil leak

nearside tyre pressure is low

Pass 7 May 2009 28,894 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 11,401 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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VU05 BDY is a 2005 Renault Espace in Red with a 1,870cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 VU05 BDY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU05 BDY registered?

VU05 BDY is a 2005 Renault Espace, first registered on 14 June 2005.

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