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RENAULT ESPACE (2011)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 182 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

64%

Total Tests (2024)

182

Avg Mileage

118,589 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,927

Is the 2011 RENAULT ESPACE reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 18 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.

At 13 years old, 64% of RENAULT ESPACEs from 2011 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 182 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 118,589 miles.

How does the 2011 RENAULT ESPACE compare?

Rank among all 2011 cars607th out of 615(top 99%)
Rank among all RENAULT models617th out of 636(top 97%)
vs national average-18% (82% avg)
vs 2011 cars average-13% (77% avg)
vs RENAULT average-16% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2011 RENAULT ESPACE has 118,589 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 96,200 miles for a 13-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

Best year to buy a RENAULT ESPACE?

The most reliable year is the 1999 model with a 82% MOT pass rate, while the 1996 model has the lowest at 58%. The 2011 sits between the two at 64%.

How much does a 2011 RENAULT ESPACE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 1995cc)
£1,037
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£1,927
Per month£161/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

RENAULT ESPACE by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201268%47114,463 mi
201164%182118,589 mi
201070%229121,339 mi
200967%230122,889 mi
200867%513131,506 mi
200766%670128,936 mi
200665%293123,939 mi
200573%185114,056 mi
200469%170104,189 mi
200369%6492,799 mi
200275%109104,289 mi
200171%45126,929 mi
200078%41110,316 mi
199982%50105,298 mi
199864%39151,325 mi
199658%52149,535 mi
199577%44158,857 mi
199468%81191,201 mi
199379%43199,945 mi

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About the 2011 RENAULT ESPACE

The 2011 RENAULT ESPACE is a family car with a 1995cc diesel engine. 182 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 99% of 2011 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 118,589 miles at 13 years old, RENAULT ESPACE owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2011 RENAULT ESPACE Fuel Costs

The 1995cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 48 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,037 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 2011 RENAULT ESPACE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,927 (£161/month), broken down as £1037 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 64% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

RENAULT ESPACE Reliability Trend

The RENAULT ESPACE has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 3 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2011 RENAULT ESPACE

At 13 years old, the RENAULT ESPACE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 1999 model has the highest pass rate at 82%.

Alternatives to the 2011 RENAULT ESPACE

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: