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E979 BNC

1988 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

205,587 mi
Last recorded205,587 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2006
Typical for 1988 Renault Espace144,550 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE979 BNC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Feb 2006 205,587 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

Nearside Rear Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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E979 BNC is a 1988 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1988 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.8% with a typical mileage of 144,550 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 E979 BNC, 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 38 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E979 BNC registered?

E979 BNC is a 1988 Renault Espace, first registered on 1 July 1988.

Is E979 BNC safe to buy?

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