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J953 PBW

1992 Renault Espace

Blue Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

198,829 mi
Last recorded198,829 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2008
Typical for 1992 Renault Espace133,689 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ953 PBW
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2008 198,829 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 198,813 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

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

Oil leak

Fail 12 Mar 2008 198,804 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2008 198,788 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

exhaust system secure by wire

n/srear door wont open

Pass 24 Aug 2006 187,218 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

advise new front no plate

advise new wiper blades

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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J953 PBW is a 1992 Renault Espace in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 J953 PBW, 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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J953 PBW is a 1992 Renault Espace, first registered on 11 February 1992.

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