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Y171 VDC

2001 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

106,853 mi
Last recorded106,853 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2001 Renault Espace84,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY171 VDC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 106,853 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2014 106,857 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Apr 2013 101,266 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 92,005 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front brake discs very slightly worn / lipped

Pass 31 Mar 2011 80,307 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 73,090 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 65,067 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2008 57,341 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 49,416 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 41,141 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2006 41,141 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

oil leak

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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Y171 VDC is a 2001 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 84,624 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 Y171 VDC, 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 25 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 Y171 VDC registered?

Y171 VDC is a 2001 Renault Espace, first registered on 29 April 2001.

Is Y171 VDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y171 VDC shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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