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L259 XLT

1993 Renault Espace

Maroon Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

348,545 mi
Last recorded348,545 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 1993 Renault Espace136,715 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL259 XLT
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1993
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2016 348,545 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 345,570 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Jan 2015 345,570 miles

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Jan 2014 335,127 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 352,727 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2013 352,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 316,049 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 316,048 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 299,893 miles

3rd. row seat not fitted

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Left mirror secured with cable ties

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jan 2010 284,550 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2009 268,434 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 268,434 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Front Steering wheel in a condition likely to injure the driver's hands (2.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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L259 XLT is a 1993 Renault Espace in Maroon with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1993 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.7% with a typical mileage of 136,715 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 L259 XLT, 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 33 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 L259 XLT registered?

L259 XLT is a 1993 Renault Espace, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L259 XLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for L259 XLT shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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