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W979 CFR

2000 Renault Grand Espace

Grey Diesel 2188cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2017
Tests19 (10 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate52.6%

Mileage

136,588 mi
Last recorded136,588 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 2000 Renault Grand Espace98,992 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW979 CFR
MakeRenault
ModelGrand Espace
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,188cc

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MOT History

10 pass 9 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 136,588 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 136,588 miles

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)

Pass 28 May 2015 134,999 miles
Fail 28 May 2015 134,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

offside rear tyre low on pressure

Pass 16 May 2014 133,113 miles

coolant leak from radiator

slight play/wear in steering rack

Fail 16 May 2014 133,113 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

coolant leak from radiator

slight play/wear in steering rack

Pass 29 Apr 2013 130,256 miles

slight play/wear found in steering rack

Pass 15 May 2012 126,551 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 126,557 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2011 119,957 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 119,957 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2010 115,459 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2010 115,459 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 103,671 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in offside and nearside steering rack ends

slight bind on nearside front brake

Fail 29 Sep 2008 103,671 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

play in offside and nearside steering rack ends

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 17 May 2007 86,598 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2007 86,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 68,281 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 68,281 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Renault Grand Espace?

Based on 167,170 MOT tests across 12,195 vehicles.

66.7%
Pass Rate
7,518
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 9,269
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,240
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 4,803
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,490
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,497
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W979 CFR is a 2000 Renault Grand Espace in Grey with a 2,188cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.6%.

Across all 2000 Renault Grand Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.3% with a typical mileage of 98,992 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 Grand Espace fails its MOT is track rod end ball joint has excessive play, accounting for 9,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W979 CFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Grand Espace typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 26 years old, this Renault Grand Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W979 CFR registered?

W979 CFR is a 2000 Renault Grand Espace, first registered on 25 May 2000.

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