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L290 FOM

1994 Renault Espace

Blue Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

210,896 mi
Last recorded210,896 miles
Recorded on12 May 2010
Typical for 1994 Renault Espace137,507 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL290 FOM
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1994
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2010 210,896 miles

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

o/s rear indicator dim

some notchiness found in steering rack when turned on full lock to the right

Fail 12 May 2010 210,894 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

o/s rear indicator dim

some notchiness found in steering rack when turned on full lock to the right

Pass 11 May 2009 198,572 miles

centre rear passenger seat not fitted therefor unable to check seat belt

Fail 11 May 2009 198,571 miles

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

centre rear passenger seat not fitted therefor unable to check seat belt

Pass 19 May 2008 190,563 miles

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

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

park brake only just meets Mot requirements

Fail 13 May 2008 190,457 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 178,983 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 164,938 miles

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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L290 FOM is a 1994 Renault Espace in Blue with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1994 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 137,507 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 L290 FOM, 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 32 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L290 FOM registered?

L290 FOM is a 1994 Renault Espace, first registered on 28 March 1994.

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