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YR08 SFX

2008 Renault Espace

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

119,813 mi
Last recorded119,813 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Renault Espace88,044 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 SFX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,813 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 115,739 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 112,608 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 107,007 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 95,669 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers are fitted obscuring some components

under trays are fitted obscuring some components

Fail 31 Jan 2018 95,669 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Lower coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers are fitted obscuring some components

under trays are fitted obscuring some components

Pass 26 Jan 2017 84,989 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack arm (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack arm (2.2.A.1b)

engine covers are fitted obscuring some components

under trays are fitted obscuring some components

Pass 27 Jan 2016 74,206 miles

check injection light illuminated

Fail 27 Jan 2016 74,206 miles

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

check injection light illuminated

Pass 26 Jan 2015 63,015 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

Fail 26 Jan 2015 63,015 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre devoid of tread on outer edge

Pass 7 Jan 2014 51,980 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

offside front tyre on 3mm

Pass 2 Jan 2013 40,715 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2011 29,278 miles

damage on n/s/f door lock

dents and scratchers on bodywork

front brake discs lipped

front tyres worn on edges

oil leak on engine

Fail 28 Nov 2011 29,278 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

damage on n/s/f door lock

dents and scratchers on bodywork

front brake discs lipped

front tyres worn on edges

oil leak on engine

rear center brake light inop

Pass 17 Mar 2011 25,017 miles

front brake pads getting low

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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YR08 SFX is a 2008 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 88,044 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 YR08 SFX, 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 18 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 YR08 SFX registered?

YR08 SFX is a 2008 Renault Espace, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is YR08 SFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 SFX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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