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N345 BVM

1996 Renault Espace

Green Diesel 2068cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2013
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

167,262 mi
Last recorded167,262 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Renault Espace121,931 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN345 BVM
MakeRenault
ModelEspace
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,068cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2012 167,262 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offsiderear tyre in poor condition

Fail 1 Dec 2012 167,262 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offsiderear tyre in poor condition

Pass 9 Dec 2011 158,109 miles

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

near side rear foot and hand brake poor.

off side rear hand brake cable outer cover corroded

Fail 9 Dec 2011 158,109 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

near side rear foot and hand brake poor.

off side rear hand brake cable outer cover corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2009 148,211 miles

h/brake effort 17%

n/s rear foot brake low effort

Fail 3 Apr 2009 148,200 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 142,295 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 136,740 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 136,740 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 130,064 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2006 129,574 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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N345 BVM is a 1996 Renault Espace in Green with a 2,068cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 N345 BVM, 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.

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What year was N345 BVM registered?

N345 BVM is a 1996 Renault Espace, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is N345 BVM safe to buy?

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