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L456 LBE

1993 Renault Espace

Red Petrol 2849cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,422 mi
Last recorded42,422 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1993 Renault Espace136,715 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL456 LBE
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,849cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 42,422 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 38,008 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 35,871 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both the front wipers are slightly smearing the screen and splitt on the ends

Fail 20 Aug 2013 35,871 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both the front wipers are slightly smearing the screen and splitt on the ends

Pass 13 Jan 2012 27,218 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 27,211 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 26,856 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 26,851 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Oct 2008 25,005 miles

neARSIDE REAR SEAT NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 22 Oct 2008 25,005 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

neARSIDE REAR SEAT NOT FITTED AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 13 Sep 2007 21,891 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 19,699 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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L456 LBE is a 1993 Renault Espace in Red with a 2,849cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 L456 LBE, 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.

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What year was L456 LBE registered?

L456 LBE is a 1993 Renault Espace, first registered on 1 August 1993.

Is L456 LBE safe to buy?

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