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J840 FGX

1991 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

138,355 mi
Last recorded138,355 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2012
Typical for 1991 Renault Espace134,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ840 FGX
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2012 138,355 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2011 136,249 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

nsf wiper arm slightly insecure.

Pass 20 Feb 2010 134,618 miles

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

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

battery is insecure

oil leak on engine

oil leak on gearbox

slight surface corrosiion to offside front floor chassis

Pass 27 Feb 2009 130,764 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 12,417 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 123,592 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Oct 2006 117,984 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2005 111,521 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 111,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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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J840 FGX is a 1991 Renault Espace in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 J840 FGX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J840 FGX registered?

J840 FGX is a 1991 Renault Espace, first registered on 7 November 1991.

Is J840 FGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J840 FGX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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