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J121 LBY

1991 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

155,951 mi
Last recorded155,951 miles
Recorded on24 May 2007
Typical for 1991 Renault Espace134,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ121 LBY
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2007 155,951 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2007 155,950 miles

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

unable to open offside rear door from inside or outside

Pass 20 Apr 2006 149,942 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 149,939 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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J121 LBY is a 1991 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 134,755 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 J121 LBY, 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 35 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J121 LBY registered?

J121 LBY is a 1991 Renault Espace, first registered on 11 October 1991.

Is J121 LBY safe to buy?

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