RENAULT GRAND ESPACE (2001)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 46 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
63%
Total Tests (2024)
46
Avg Mileage
113,458 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the RENAULT brand average of 80%.
At 23 years old, 63% of RENAULT GRAND ESPACEs from 2001 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 46 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 113,458 miles.
How does the 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE has 113,458 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 170,200 miles for a 23-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
Best year to buy a RENAULT GRAND ESPACE?
The most reliable year is the 2012 model with a 81% MOT pass rate, while the 2006 model has the lowest at 60%. The 2001 sits between the two at 63%.
How much does a 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
RENAULT GRAND ESPACE by Year
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About the 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE
The 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 46 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 93% of 2001 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 113,458 miles at 23 years old, RENAULT GRAND ESPACE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE Fuel Costs
The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE?
Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
RENAULT GRAND ESPACE Reliability Trend
Newer RENAULT GRAND ESPACEs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 6 percentage points.
Buying a Used 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE
At 23 years old, the RENAULT GRAND 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 2012 model has the highest pass rate at 81%. Note: with only 46 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2001 RENAULT GRAND ESPACE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- MINI MINI (2003) 72% pass rate (+9%) from 25,713 tests
- FORD FOCUS (2003) 68% pass rate (+5%) from 22,313 tests
- HONDA CIVIC (2002) 72% pass rate (+9%) from 12,455 tests
- VAUXHALL ASTRA (2002) 69% pass rate (+6%) from 10,704 tests