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W709 TGU

2000 Renault Espace

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

131,247 mi
Last recorded131,247 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2000 Renault Espace91,926 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW709 TGU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 131,247 miles
Pass 11 May 2022 131,209 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 128,210 miles

Front discs corroding

Play in steering rack.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2019 128,210 miles

Front discs corroding

Play in steering rack.

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both front (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 125,420 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 121,304 miles

Play in front steering joints/arms.

Slight chips in windscreen.

Pass 22 Mar 2016 116,095 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 111,548 miles

OSf exterior handle loose

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both headlights reflectors deteriorated

chips in windscreen

Pass 12 Mar 2014 108,068 miles

OSF exterior door handle loose

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front and rear coil springs corroded

Fail 11 Mar 2014 108,068 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

OSF exterior door handle loose

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front and rear coil springs corroded

Pass 15 Mar 2013 102,685 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 102,685 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 Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 98,761 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 91,011 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 91,000 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2010 86,795 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise: both front discs badly pitting.

advise: play felt from both front hub assemblys.

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

Fail 12 Mar 2010 86,795 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

advise: play felt from both front hub assemblys.

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

Pass 5 Mar 2009 78,436 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 3 Mar 2009 78,436 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 68,069 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 62,731 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 55,979 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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W709 TGU is a 2000 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 91,926 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 W709 TGU, 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 26 years old, this Renault Espace is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W709 TGU registered?

W709 TGU is a 2000 Renault Espace, first registered on 5 April 2000.

Is W709 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for W709 TGU shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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