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J379 MKC

1992 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

137,982 mi
Last recorded137,982 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2008
Typical for 1992 Renault Espace133,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ379 MKC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2008 137,982 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2008 137,982 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine/exhaust manifold

engine/transmission oil leaks

Pass 26 Sep 2007 132,626 miles

exhaust corroded and poor

nearside front tyre full of cracks

rear brakes slightly unequal

rear tyres slight cracks

slight oil leak

slight wear in nearside top ball joint

Fail 22 Sep 2007 132,621 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 28 Sep 2006 127,544 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2006 127,542 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Emissions not tested (7.0)

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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J379 MKC is a 1992 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 133,689 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 J379 MKC, 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 34 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J379 MKC registered?

J379 MKC is a 1992 Renault Espace, first registered on 23 March 1992.

Is J379 MKC safe to buy?

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