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N181 XRC

1996 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

152,169 mi
Last recorded152,169 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2011
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN181 XRC
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2011 152,169 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 140,086 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 140,086 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 134,233 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 11 Mar 2008 128,207 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 128,207 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 119,552 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 109,691 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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N181 XRC is a 1996 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Renault Espace models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 121,931 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 N181 XRC, 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 30 years old, this Renault Espace is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N181 XRC?

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What year was N181 XRC registered?

N181 XRC is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 8 January 1996.

Is N181 XRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N181 XRC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N181 XRC have outstanding finance?

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