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D278 SGF

1987 Renault Espace

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,360 mi
Last recorded150,360 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 1987 Renault Espace137,767 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD278 SGF
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2014 150,360 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2012 148,229 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise front tyres walls cracked.

advise fuel tank straps corroded.

advise some damage to front and rear bumpers.

Pass 8 Oct 2010 147,130 miles

advise fuel tank straps corroded.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise front tyres walls cracking.

advise nearside rear service brake slower to increase effort.

advise parking brake lever travel is high.

advise some damage to front and rear bumpers.

Pass 30 Jul 2009 146,520 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

advise front and rear bumpers damaged.

advise front number plate starting to deteriorate.

advise nearside rear service brake shows lower maximum effort than offside rear.

Pass 31 Jul 2008 145,941 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise offside rear service brake effort is lower than nearside .

Fail 31 Jul 2008 145,941 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise offside rear service brake effort is lower than nearside .

Pass 15 Aug 2007 145,276 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 144,120 miles

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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D278 SGF is a 1987 Renault Espace in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1987 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 137,767 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 D278 SGF, 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 39 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D278 SGF registered?

D278 SGF is a 1987 Renault Espace, first registered on 20 March 1987.

Is D278 SGF safe to buy?

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