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C278 MAK

1986 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

116,417 mi
Last recorded116,417 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2005
Typical for 1986 Renault Espace142,926 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC278 MAK
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2005 116,417 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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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C278 MAK is a 1986 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1986 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.6% with a typical mileage of 142,926 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 Espace fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 29,077 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C278 MAK, 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 40 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C278 MAK registered?

C278 MAK is a 1986 Renault Espace, first registered on 19 June 1986.

Is C278 MAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for C278 MAK shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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