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VU09 DMO

2009 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

196,781 mi
Last recorded196,781 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 2009 Renault Espace84,290 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU09 DMO
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 196,781 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Mar 2015 163,630 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 163,380 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 142,233 miles

e c u light on

high level brake light not working

Fail 12 Sep 2014 142,233 miles

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

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

e c u light on

high level brake light not working

Pass 21 Mar 2014 124,617 miles

EML lamp illuminated

Fail 20 Mar 2014 124,457 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 88,278 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 82,983 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

play in n/s steering rack end joint

Fail 8 Aug 2012 82,982 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

play in n/s steering rack end joint

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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VU09 DMO is a 2009 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2009 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 84,290 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 VU09 DMO, 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 17 years old, this Renault Espace is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU09 DMO registered?

VU09 DMO is a 2009 Renault Espace, first registered on 11 March 2009.

Is VU09 DMO safe to buy?

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