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K197 TRU

1992 Renault Espace

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

93,010 mi
Last recorded93,010 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2007
Typical for 1992 Renault Espace133,689 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK197 TRU
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1992
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 8 Oct 2007 93,010 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has a loose flange bolt (2.4.G.4c)

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Ball joint ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2006 97,173 miles
Fail 20 May 2006 97,035 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front 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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K197 TRU is a 1992 Renault Espace in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 K197 TRU, 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 K197 TRU registered?

K197 TRU is a 1992 Renault Espace, first registered on 1 August 1992.

Is K197 TRU safe to buy?

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