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C385 BNX

1985 Renault Espace

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

211,076 mi
Last recorded211,076 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 1985 Renault Espace138,249 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC385 BNX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2007 211,076 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2007 211,049 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.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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C385 BNX is a 1985 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.4% with a typical mileage of 138,249 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 C385 BNX, 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 41 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C385 BNX?

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What year was C385 BNX registered?

C385 BNX is a 1985 Renault Espace, first registered on 29 October 1985.

Is C385 BNX safe to buy?

The MOT history for C385 BNX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C385 BNX have outstanding finance?

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